Exam 7: The Skeleton

The lacrimal bones contain openings that allow the tear ducts to pass.

There are seven cervical, twelve thoracic, and five lumbar vertebrae.

The ethmoid bone is composed of all of the following except the .

Figure 7.1 Using Figure 7.1, match the following: -No canals or foramen present.

Thoracic vertebrae differ from the other vertebrae in that they have .

The largest and strongest bone of the face is the maxilla.

Which bone contains areas of diaphysis and epiphysis areas, a tuberosity near its middle, and is proportionally more compact than spongy bone?

What is the major function of the axial skeleton?

Your "cheekbone" is mostly formed from the bone.

All vertebrae possess a body, a spine, and transverse foramina.

Figure 7.1 Using Figure 7.1, match the following: -Includes the atlas and the axis.

Only the _ vertebrae have transverse foramina.

How might low back pain be related to poor abdominal muscle tone?

How are thoracic vertebrae 11 and 12 different from the other vertebrae?

Which of the following is not a movement that can occur between vertebrae?

The vertebral column is held in place primarily by the anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments.

In the anatomical position, the lateral forearm bone is the radius.

Which of the following is the abnormal curve often seen in pregnant women as they attempt to preserve their center of gravity toward the end of the pregnancy?

Sam is an accountant who is especially busy during tax season. By the end of each day he complains of shoulder stiffness and tightness as well as some upper back pain. What might be Sam's problem and how could he prevent the discomfort?

The pelvic girdle does not include the .