Question 1

A(n) ________ fracture does not break the skin.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ fracture does not break the...

Question 2

Which of the following is not present in bone?

Accepted Answer

A)  calcium phosphate 
B)  collagen fibers 
C)  calcium carbonate 
D)  chondroitin sulfate 
E)  hydroxyapatite 
A)  calcium phosphate 
B)  collagen fibers 
C)  calcium carbonate 
D)  chondroitin sulfate 
E)  hydroxyapatite

Question 3

________ accounts for almost two-thirds of the weight of bone.

Accepted Answer

A)  Water 
B)  Calcium carbonate 
C)  Collagen fibers 
D)  Fluoride 
E)  Calcium phosphate 
A)  Water 
B)  Calcium carbonate 
C)  Collagen fibers 
D)  Fluoride 
E)  Calcium phosphate

Question 4

Bone is composed of ________ percent cells.

Accepted Answer

A)  25 
B)  10 
C)  2 
D)  15 
E)  50 
A)  25 
B)  10 
C)  2 
D)  15 
E)  50

Question 5

The smooth, rounded articular process of a bone is termed a

Accepted Answer

A)  crest. 
B)  ridge. 
C)  head. 
D)  condyle. 
E)  trochlea. 
A)  crest. 
B)  ridge. 
C)  head. 
D)  condyle. 
E)  trochlea.

Question 6

Bone plays a central role in the regulation of blood levels of

Accepted Answer

A)  potassium. 
B)  iron. 
C)  sulfate. 
D)  calcium. 
E)  sodium. 
A)  potassium. 
B)  iron. 
C)  sulfate. 
D)  calcium. 
E)  sodium.

Question 7

Figure 6-2 Endochondral Ossification
Use Figure 6-2 to answer the following question(s):
-What process is shown at "6"?

Accepted Answer

A)  primary ossification 
B)  secondary ossification 
C)  length growth 
D)  width growth 
E)  fracture repair 
A)  primary ossification 
B)  secondary ossification 
C)  length growth 
D)  width growth 
E)  fracture repair

Question 8

How would removing hydroxyapatite from bone matrix affect the physical properties of a bone?

Accepted Answer

A)  The bone would be less flexible. 
B)  The bone would be stronger. 
C)  The bone would be more brittle. 
D)  The bone would be more flexible. 
E)  The bone would be less compressible. 
A)  The bone would be less flexible. 
B)  The bone would be stronger. 
C)  The bone would be more brittle. 
D)  The bone would be more flexible. 
E)  The bone would be less compressible.

Question 9

Stem cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts are called ________ cells.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Stem cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts...

Question 10

________ fibers are stronger than steel when stretched.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ fibers are stronger than steel when...

Question 11

In compact bone, the osteons

Accepted Answer

A)  are lined up in the same direction. 
B)  are lined up perpendicular to the long axis. 
C)  are arranged in an irregular pattern. 
D)  are separated by medullary spaces. 
E)  are lacking in the diaphysis. 
A)  are lined up in the same direction. 
B)  are lined up perpendicular to the long axis. 
C)  are arranged in an irregular pattern. 
D)  are separated by medullary spaces. 
E)  are lacking in the diaphysis.

Question 12

Excessive growth hormone prior to puberty could result in

Accepted Answer

A)  osteoporosis. 
B)  osteopenia. 
C)  rickets. 
D)  giantism. 
E)  dwarfism. 
A)  osteoporosis. 
B)  osteopenia. 
C)  rickets. 
D)  giantism. 
E)  dwarfism.

Question 13

Cells that are found in small depressions on the endosteal surfaces are the ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Cells that are found in small depressions...

Question 14

The lacunae of osseous tissue contain

Accepted Answer

A)  blood cells. 
B)  osteocytes. 
C)  chondroblasts. 
D)  bone marrow. 
E)  capillaries. 
A)  blood cells. 
B)  osteocytes. 
C)  chondroblasts. 
D)  bone marrow. 
E)  capillaries.

Question 15

Which of the following statements about Marfan's syndrome is False ?

Accepted Answer

A)  results in short, stubby fingers 
B)  results from a mutation 
C)  affects connective tissue genes 
D)  affects epiphyseal cartilages 
E)  none of the above 
A)  results in short, stubby fingers 
B)  results from a mutation 
C)  affects connective tissue genes 
D)  affects epiphyseal cartilages 
E)  none of the above

Question 16

A boot-top fracture that involves both lower leg bones is called a(n) ________ fracture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A boot-top fracture that involves both lower...

Question 17

A deep hollow on a bone is termed a

Accepted Answer

A)  fossa. 
B)  sulcus. 
C)  facet. 
D)  fissure. 
E)  line. 
A)  fossa. 
B)  sulcus. 
C)  facet. 
D)  fissure. 
E)  line.

Question 18

________ is the organic component of the matrix in developing or repairing bone.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________ is the organic component of the...

Question 19

Which of following is a function of the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

A)  body support 
B)  calcium homeostasis 
C)  protection of internal organs 
D)  blood cell production 
E)  all of the above 
A)  body support 
B)  calcium homeostasis 
C)  protection of internal organs 
D)  blood cell production 
E)  all of the above

Question 20

The carpal bones are examples of ________ bones.

Accepted Answer

A)  long 
B)  short 
C)  flat 
D)  irregular 
E)  sesamoid 
A)  long 
B)  short 
C)  flat 
D)  irregular 
E)  sesamoid

Exam 6: Osseous Tissue and Bone Structure

A(n) ________ fracture does not break the skin.

Which of the following is not present in bone?

________ accounts for almost two-thirds of the weight of bone.

Bone is composed of ________ percent cells.

The smooth, rounded articular process of a bone is termed a

Bone plays a central role in the regulation of blood levels of

Figure 6-2 Endochondral Ossification Use Figure 6-2 to answer the following question(s): -What process is shown at "6"?

How would removing hydroxyapatite from bone matrix affect the physical properties of a bone?

Stem cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts are called ________ cells.

________ fibers are stronger than steel when stretched.

In compact bone, the osteons

Excessive growth hormone prior to puberty could result in

Cells that are found in small depressions on the endosteal surfaces are the ________.

The lacunae of osseous tissue contain

Which of the following statements about Marfan's syndrome is False ?

A boot-top fracture that involves both lower leg bones is called a(n) ________ fracture.

A deep hollow on a bone is termed a

________ is the organic component of the matrix in developing or repairing bone.

Which of following is a function of the skeletal system?

The carpal bones are examples of ________ bones.

An Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

Chemical Level of Organization

Cellular Level of Organization

Tissue Level of Organization

The Integumentary System

The Skeleton

Articulations

Skeletal Muscle Tissue

The Muscular System

Neural Tissue

The Spinal Cord, Spinal Nerves, and Spinal Reflexes

The Brain and Cranial Nerves

The Autonomic Nervous System

The Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood and Blood Vessels

The Heart and Cardiovascular Function

The Lymphatic System and Immunity

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Metabolism and Energetics

The Urinary System

Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Balance

The Reproductive System

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