$$\frac{\text{mass of skeleton}}{\text{total body mass}} \times 100 = 20\%$$

$$\text{Skull bones} + \text{Vertebral column bones} + \text{Thoracic cage bones} = 80$$

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a function of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Facilitates movement of the limbs

Question 2

The coronal suture is found between which bones?

Accepted Answer

Parietal bones and frontal bone

Question 3

Which bone is unique in that it does NOT articulate directly with any other bone?

Accepted Answer

Hyoid bone

Question 4

Which of the following is a function of the paranasal sinuses?

Accepted Answer

Enhance resonance of voice

Question 5

A newborn’s skull contains fontanelles. What is their primary function?

Accepted Answer

Permit compression during birth and brain growth

Question 6

Which abnormal spinal curvature is characterized by an exaggerated thoracic curve?

Accepted Answer

Kyphosis

Question 7

Compare the male and female pelvis: which statement is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

The female pelvis is adapted for childbirth and is broader

Question 8

Which arch of the foot is primarily responsible for bearing weight and runs along the outside of the foot?

Accepted Answer

Lateral longitudinal arch

Question 9

Which region of the axial skeleton contains the greatest number of bones?

Accepted Answer

Vertebral column

Question 10

A patient presents with a lateral curvature of the spine. What is the medical term for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Scoliosis

Question 11

Which of the following bones is part of the appendicular skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Femur

Question 12

Which formula best represents the percentage of body mass accounted for by the skeleton?

Accepted Answer

$$\frac{	ext{mass of skeleton}}{	ext{total body mass}} 	imes 100 = 20\%$$

Question 13

Which suture separates the parietal bones from the occipital bone?

Accepted Answer

Lambdoid suture

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a bone of the skull?

Accepted Answer

Scapula

Question 15

Which of the following statements about the arches of the foot is correct?

Accepted Answer

The transverse arch runs obliquely from one side of the foot to the other

Question 16

Which of the following bones is part of the pectoral girdle?

Accepted Answer

Clavicle

Question 17

Which landmark is found on the mandible and serves as a site for muscle attachment?

Accepted Answer

Coronoid process

Question 18

Which of the following is a characteristic of the male pelvis compared to the female pelvis?

Accepted Answer

More acute subpubic angle (50° to 60°)

Question 19

Which equation would you use to calculate the total number of bones in the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Skull bones} + 	ext{Vertebral column bones} + 	ext{Thoracic cage bones} = 80$$

Question 20

Which of the following is a function of the hyoid bone?

Accepted Answer

Serves as a movable base for the tongue

Chapter 7: The Skeleton – Structure and Function of the Human Skeletal System

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