Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a structural or functional characteristic of skeletal muscle tissue?

Accepted Answer

It is composed of branched cells with intercalated discs.

Question 2

Which tissue type primarily composes the dermis of the skin?

Accepted Answer

Dense irregular connective tissue

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

Hormone synthesis

Question 4

The organic component of bone matrix is primarily responsible for which property?

Accepted Answer

Allowing flexibility and resistance to tension

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the histological difference between compact and spongy bone?

Accepted Answer

Compact bone is organized into osteons, while spongy bone contains trabeculae.

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a short bone?

Accepted Answer

Carpal bone

Question 7

Where is red bone marrow most likely to be found in an adult?

Accepted Answer

Epiphyses of long bones and flat bones

Question 8

Which process forms most bones of the skeleton below the base of the skull, except for the clavicles?

Accepted Answer

Endochondral ossification

Question 9

How do epiphyseal plates contribute to the lengthening of long bones?

Accepted Answer

By allowing cartilage to grow and then be replaced by bone

Question 10

Which cell type is primarily responsible for bone resorption during remodeling?

Accepted Answer

Osteoclast

Question 11

A patient with osteoporosis is at increased risk for fractures due to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Loss of bone mass and density

Question 12

Which hormone increases blood calcium levels by stimulating osteoclast activity?

Accepted Answer

Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

Question 13

Which of the following correctly lists the steps of bone fracture repair in order?

Accepted Answer

Hematoma formation, fibrocartilaginous callus formation, bony callus formation, bone remodeling

Question 14

Which of the following best defines a joint (articulation)?

Accepted Answer

A point where two or more bones meet

Question 15

Which of the following is a fibrous joint?

Accepted Answer

Suture between skull bones

Question 16

Which of the following is a cartilaginous joint?

Accepted Answer

Intervertebral disc

Question 17

Which structural characteristic is unique to synovial joints?

Accepted Answer

Presence of a joint cavity filled with synovial fluid

Question 18

Which movement describes decreasing the angle between two bones, such as bending the elbow?

Accepted Answer

Flexion

Question 19

A patient presents with a fracture in the diaphysis of the femur. Which type of bone tissue predominates in this region?

Accepted Answer

Compact bone

Question 20

Which of the following best explains why weight-bearing exercise helps prevent osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

It stimulates osteoblasts to deposit more bone matrix in response to stress.

Study Guide: Bones, Skeletal Tissues, and Articulations (CH 06-08)

Study Guide - Practice Questions