Question 1

Which type of cartilage is primarily responsible for maintaining the shape of structures that require great flexibility, such as the external ear?

Accepted Answer

Elastic cartilage

Question 2

Which function of bone tissue is most directly related to the regulation of blood calcium levels in the body?

Accepted Answer

Mineral storage

Question 3

The axial skeleton consists of which of the following groups of bones?

Accepted Answer

Bones of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage

Question 4

Which bone class does the vertebra belong to, based on its shape?

Accepted Answer

Irregular bone

Question 5

Which structure is responsible for covering the outer surface of a bone and serving as an attachment point for tendons and ligaments?

Accepted Answer

Periosteum

Question 6

Red bone marrow is primarily responsible for which function?

Accepted Answer

Blood cell formation

Question 7

Which bone marking is classified as a depression and is commonly found where nerves and blood vessels pass through?

Accepted Answer

Foramen

Question 8

Osteocytes are found in which structure within compact bone?

Accepted Answer

Lacunae

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the role of the organic components of bone matrix?

Accepted Answer

They reinforce the bone by adding tensile strength and flexibility.

Question 10

During endochondral ossification, which event occurs first?

Accepted Answer

A bone collar forms around the diaphysis of the hyaline cartilage model.

Question 11

Which of the following bones forms by intramembranous ossification?

Accepted Answer

Frontal bone of the cranium

Question 12

Growth in length of a long bone occurs at which specific location?

Accepted Answer

Epiphyseal plate

Question 13

Which zone of the epiphyseal plate is characterized by rapid cell division and proliferation?

Accepted Answer

Proliferation zone

Question 14

Which equation correctly represents the relationship between bone mass, mineral content, and organic matrix?

Accepted Answer

$Bone\ mass = Mineral\ content + Organic\ matrix$

Question 15

A patient presents with brittle bones that fracture easily. Which component of the bone matrix is most likely deficient?

Accepted Answer

Organic collagen fibers

Question 16

Which process describes the addition of new cartilage tissue at the periphery of existing cartilage?

Accepted Answer

Appositional growth

Question 17

Which of the following statements about compact and spongy bone is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Osteons are the structural units of compact bone.

Question 18

Which bone marking is a projection that helps to form joints?

Accepted Answer

Facet

Question 19

Which of the following best describes the function of canaliculi in bone tissue?

Accepted Answer

They are small channels that connect osteocytes and allow for nutrient exchange.

Question 20

During bone remodeling, which cell type is responsible for breaking down bone matrix?

Accepted Answer

Osteoclasts

Skeletal System: Cartilage, Bone Structure, and Bone Development

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