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1Of the three embryonic germ tissues, which of the following gives rise to nervous tissue?
- AEctoderm only
- BEndoderm and mesoderm
- CEndoderm only
2Which of the following is NOT one of the four main tissue types?
- AEpithelial tissue
- BMuscle tissue
- CEndocrine tissue
3Which of the following membranes is found lining the internal surfaces of organs that have contact to the outside environment via a body opening?
- AMucous membranes
- BSynovial membranes
- CSerous membranes
4Which of the following is a serous membrane surrounding only the heart?
- APleural membrane
- BPericardial membrane
- CPeritoneal membrane
5Which of the following characteristics is NOT TRUE regarding epithelial tissues?
- AEpithelial tissues are highly vascularized and highly innervated.
- BEpithelial tissues are attached to a basal lamina also called the basement membrane.
- CEpithelial tissues behave as if they are a single cell.
6This epithelial tissue is found lining the internal surface of hollow organs such as the stomach and intestines. In these organs, this tissue functions in the secretion of enzymes and the absorption of nutrients.
- ASimple columnar
- BStratified columnar
- CStratified squamous
7This epithelial tissue is found in the urinary bladder where it stretches to permit distention of the organ as it fills with urine. ________
- Atransitional
- Bsimple squamous
- Csimple cuboidal
8Non-keratinized forms of this epithelial tissue are found in the esophagus, mouth, and vagina while keratinized forms are found in the epidermis of the skin.
- Astratified squamous
- BSimple cuboidal
- CStratified columnar
9Ciliated forms of this epithelial tissue are found lining the upper respiratory passageways while non-ciliated version are found in the sperm carrying ducts of the male reproductive tract. This tissue functions is propulsion and secretion of mucus by goblet cells. ________.
- APseudostratified columnar
- Bsimple squamouse
- CTransitional
10This epithelial tissue is relatively rare in the human body. It can be found in sweat glands and mammary glands where it secretes sweat or milk respectively. ___________
- AStratified cuboidal
- BStratified columnar
- CSimple squamous
11This epithelial tissue is found lining the renal tubules of the kidney where it functions in absorption and secretion processes.
- ASimple cuboidal
- BTransitional
- CStratified squamous
12This epithelial tissue is found in the air sacs of the lungs, the glomeruli of the kidney, and lining the heart and blood vessels. This tissue is perfectly designed for filtration and diffusion.
- ASimple squamous
- Btransitional
- CStratified columnar
13This epithelial tissue is relatively rare in the human body. It can be found in salivary glands and the pancreas where it secretes saliva and insulin respectively.
- AStratified columnar
- BSimple cuboidal
- CSimple columnar
14Which of these specialized structures forms holes within the plasma membranes of adjacent epithelial cells so that they can share cytoplasm, nutrients, ion, and other materials in order to communicate with each other?
- AGap junctions
- BHemidesmosomes
- CAdhesion belts
15Which of these specialized structures anchors the basal surface of epithelial cells to the underlying basement membrane?
- AGap junctions
- BHemidesmosomes
- CAdhesion belts
- DOccluding junctions
16Any gland that lacks ducts and produces hormones is called a (an) __________.
- AExocrine gland
- BMerocrine gland
- CEndocrine gland
- DHolocrine gland
17 Exocrine glands that secrete by pinching off portion of the cell from the apical surface are called ___________.
- AMerocrine gland
- BEndocrine gland
- CApocrine gland
- DHolocrine gland
18The embryonic cell type from which ALL other connective tissues arise is called _______________.
- ASclerenchyma
- BPlasma cell
- CMesenchyme
- DGround substance
19Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE of connective tissue?
- AConnective tissues are the most abundant tissue in the body.
- BConnective tissues typically possess large numbers of goblet cells.
- CConnective tissues are never exposed to the outside environment.
- DConnective tissues function for binding, storage, immunity, support, and transport.
20Which of the following cell types is NOT correctly matched to its description?
- AFibroblast – cell type associated with the production of the connective tissue proper (loose and dense)
- BNeuroglia – cell type associated with the production of glucose and the storage of starch
- COsteoblasts – cell type associated with the production of bone
- DErythrocytes – cell type associated with the transport of oxygen in blood
21The muscle tissue that is striated is:
- ASkeletal muscle
- BCardiac and Skeletal muscle
- CAll three types of muscle tissue
22Neuroglia
- AConduct electrical impulses
- BAre nerve stem cells
- CAre support cells that aid neurons
23The ground substance in connective tissue proper functions to:
- ASupport and strengthen the tissue
- BHold tissue fluid
- CFight infection
- DStore nutrients
24Bone
- ACollagen fibers
- BElastic fiber
- CReticular fiber
25Loose areolar connective tissue-a, b, c
- ACollagen fibers
- BReticular fiber
- CElastic fiber
- Dall three
26Dense irregular connective tissue
- ACollagen fibers
- BElastic fiber
- CReticular fiber
27Reticular connective tissue
- ACollagen fibers
- BReticular fiber
- CElastic fiber
28Fibrocartilage
- ACollagen fibers
- BReticular fiber
- CElastic fiber
29Composed largely of non- living extracellular matrix; important in protection, support, defense, and holding tissue fluid.
- Aconnective tissue
- BEpithelium
- CMuscle tissue
- DNervous tissue
30Tissue immediately responsible for body movement ___________
- AEpithelium
- BConnective tissue
- CNervous tissue
- DMuscle tissue
31Tissue that provides an awareness of the external environment and enable us to react to it __________.
- AEpithelium
- BConnective tissue
- CNervous tissue
- DMuscle tissue
32Tissue that lines body cavities and covers surfaces. ___________________.
- AEpithelium
- BConnective tissue
- CMuscle tissue
- DNervous tissue
33Tissue that includes most gland. ______
- AEpithelium
- BConnective tissue
- CNervous tissue
- DMuscle tissue
34Whiplike extensions that moves fluids across epithelial surfaces ________
- Acilia
- Bmicrovilli
- Cdesmosome
35Little “fingers” on apical epithelial surfaces that increase cell surface area and anchor mucus_____
- Acilia
- Bdesmosome
- Cmicrovilli
36The cell junction that holds cells together by linking the intermediate filaments of adjacent cells _________.
- Atight juction
- Bdesmosome
- Cmicrovilli
37A cell junction that closes off the extracellular space _________
- Abasement membrane
- Btight junction
- Ccilia
38Of the and the basal lamina, the one that can be seen by light microscopy.
- Abasement membrane
- Bdesmosomes
- Ctight junction
39Function in diffusion and filtration
- ASimple columnar epithelium
- BStratified epithelium
- CSimple squamous epithelium
40Functions in protection
- AStratified epithelium
- BSimple columnar epithelium
- CCiliated epithelium
41Function in secretion and absorption
- AStratified epithelium
- BSimple columnar epithelium
- CSimple squamous epithelium
42Changes shape as tissue stretches
- ACiliated epithelium
- BTransitional epithelium
- CSimple columnar epithelium
43Produces movement of material
- ACiliated epithelium
- BStratified epithelium
- CSimple columnar epithelium
44This connective tissue supports the external ear and epiglottis. ________
- AHyaline cartilage
- Belastic cartilage
- CDense regular
45This connective tissue is located within the tendons and ligaments of the body and possesses a large number of collagen fibers that withstand pulling forces. _ ____
- Adense irregular
- Bhyaline cartilage
- Cdense regular
46This connective tissue found especially in the flanks, breasts, and buttock areas provides cushioning, prevents heat loss, and provides an immediate energy source for the body. _
- Aareolar
- Badipose
- Cdense irregular
47This connective tissue is associated with the Haversian canal system and is the site of hematopoiesis. ______
- Acompact bone
- Bblood
- Cadipose
48This connective tissue is the primary tissue found in the dermis of the skin and possesses a large number of non-parallel collagen fibers. _ __ Dense irregular ______
- Afibrouse cartilage
- Bdense irregular
- Careolar
49This loose connective tissue is sometimes called the superficial fascia and possesses a large number of scattered collagen and elastin fibers. _ _ _____
- Aareolar
- Breticular
- Ccompact bone
50This connective tissue is associated with lymph organs such as the liver, lymph nodes, tonsils, and spleen. ____
- Areticular
- Bareolar
- Cdense irregular
51This connective tissue is located in the pubic symphysis, the intervertebral discs, and the knee where it acts as a shock absorber. _________
- Afibrous cartilage
- Bhaylian cartilage
- Celastic cartilage
52This connective tissue serves as the primary transport medium of the body and possesses a liquid matrix. _____
- Acompact bone
- Bblood
- Chyaline cartilage
53This connective tissue is found in the trachea, tip of the nose, and attaching the ribs to the sternum. _
- Aelastic cartilage
- BHyaline cartilage
- Careolar
54Osteocytes exist in a tiny void called a ________.
- Alacunae
- Bcanal
- Ccollagen
55The epithelial layer of skin is made of which type of tissue? _________________________
- Astratified cuboidal
- BStratified squamous
- Csimple cuboidal
56______________ and _______________________ are fibers associated with areolar tissue.
- Aelastin, fiber
- Bcollagen, elastin
- Ccollagen, bone
57The kidney tubules are composed of ___________________________ epithelium for absorption and secretion.
- Asimple cuboidal
- Bstratified cuboidal
- Cpseudostratified columnar
58_________________ cells produce cartilage.
- Alacunae
- Bchondrocytes
59The salivary glands are a good example of a (an) __________________ gland that possesses ducts.
- Aexocrine
- Bendocrine
60All connective tissues arises from one stem cell called ____________________________.
- AMesenchyme
- Bmultienchyme
- Cpacinian
61The scientific name for a white blood cell is __________________________.
- Aleucocytes
- Bchondrocytes
62All epithelial tissues rest upon the ___connective tissue/basement membrane________________________________.
- Aconnective tissue/basement membrane_
- Bareolar tissue/basement membrane
- Cadipose tissue/basement membrane
63The main fiber type associated with dense connective tissue is ________________________.
- Aelastin
- Bcollagen
- Creticular
64The concentric rings observed in a typical cross-section through bone are called ___
- Acanal
- Bhaversian canal
- Clacunae
65Dense connective tissue is located in __________________ which attach muscles to bones.
- Atendon
- Bligaments
- Caponeurosis
66The epithelial tissue found lining the trachea is called _ ____________
- APseudostratified columnar
- Bstratified squamous
- Csimple squamous
67Two locations of hyaline cartilage in the body is ______________ and _______________.
- Anose, ear
- Bnose, rib
- Cnose, elbow
68All muscles, bones, and circulatory blood vessels originate from one type of germ tissue called _______.
- Amesodern
- Bectoderm
- Cexoderm
69The surface of any epithelial cell that is facing the lumen is called the _____________ surface.
- Aapical
- Bbasal
70The mucus-producing cells found in many types of epithelial tissue are called ______________.
- Agoblet
- Bpseudostratified
- Ccolumnar
71One site of transitional epithelium in the body is the ___________.
- Abladder
- Bgastrocnemius
- Ccapillaries
72The liquid matrix of blood is called ______________________.
- Ablood matrix
- Bplasma
- Cblood vessels
73______________ muscle tissue lacks striations and intercalated discs. It is found in the walls of hollow organs.
- Arough
- Bsmooth
74One location of reticular tissue in the body is _______________________.
- Alungs/ lymphs
- Blungs/throat
- Clungs/tonsils
75The function of a _________________________ is to transport oxygen to body cells via blood vessels.
- Ared blood cell
- Bwhite blood cell
76The scientific name for bone tissue is ________________________.
- Aosteocytes
- Bcytokinesis
- Clacunae
77________________, or modification of the cell membrane in many epithelial tissues, are common called “brush border” cells.
- Acilia
- Bmicrovilli
- Cdesmosome
78The insulating connective tissue observed in the hypodermis is _____________________.
- Aadipose
- Bareolar
- Chaylian cartilage
79Glands that release their secretions by exocytosis are called _________________ exocrine glands.
- Amerocrine
- Bendocrine
80Osteocytes produce ___________________________.
- Abone
- Bblood
- Ccartilage
81One location of dense irregular connective tissue is __________________________.
- Abasal surface
- Bdermis of skin
- Cepidermis of skin
82The intestines are lined with _____________________________________ epithelium which is ideal for absorption of nutrients.
- Asimple colmnar
- Bstratified squamous
- Csimple cuboidal
83One location of fibrocartilage within the body is __knee/intervertebral disc_____________________________.
- Aknee/ intervertebral disc
- Bknee/ vertebral column
- Cnose/ribs
84The tissue that makes up the air sacs of the lungs is ideal for gas exchange. This tissue type is called ____________________________________ epithelium.
- Asimple cuboidal
- Bsimple columnar
- Csimple squamous
85The functional cell type of nervous tissue is the _____________________________ which possesses one axon and one or more dendrites.
- Aneuron
- Bcation
- Cepithelium
86__________ muscle tissue is attached to bones, possesses striations, voluntary, and are multi-nucleated.
- Amuscular
- Bskeletal
- Cintegumentary
87Which of the following structures of a nail is NOT correctly matched to its description?
- ANail body – contains rapidly dividing epidermal cells that give rise to the nail.
- BEponychium – cuticle of the nail.
- CHyponychium – free edge of the nail composed of stratum corneum and extends past the fingertips.
- DLunula – crescent-shaped region on the base of the nail where blood vessels are obscured.
88Sebaceous glands secrete oil by lysis and are therefore called ___(1)____ glands while eccrine glands secrete sweat by exocytosis and are therefore called ___(2)____ glands.
- A(1) endocrine and (2) exocrine
- B(1) merocrine and (2) holocrine
- C(1) holocrine and (2) merocrine
89Which of the following glands is located within the axillary and perineal regions, is only active after puberty, and is attached to hair follicles where they secrete a form of sweat that is high in fat and proteins?
- AEccrine gland
- BCeruminous gland
- CSebaceous gland
- DApocrine gland
90Which of the following modified sweat glands is located in the external auditory meatus where it secretes wax?
- AEccrine gland
- BCeruminous gland
- CApocrine gland
- DSebaceous gland
91True sweat is a colorless, odorless solution composed primarily of ___________________.
- Asodium
- Bwater
- Csalts
- Dtoxins
92Which of the following structures of a hair is NOT correctly matched to its description?
- AMatrix – contains germinative cells that divide to produce the hair.
- BPapilla – a peg of connective tissue containing capillaries and nerves.
- CBulb – nerve endings that wrap around the follicle allowing a hair follicle to detect touch.
93Which of the following layers of a hair is composed of soft keratin?
- A.Matrix
- BCuticle
- CRoot
- DMedulla
94Hair and nail originate from and are modifications of the ______________.
- AEpidermis
- BSubcutaneous layer
- CHypodermis
- DDermis
95Which of the following is a red pigment that when present in large amounts causes a person to appear flushed?
- AKeratin
- BHemoglobin
- CCarotene
- DMelanin
96Which of the following is a skin pigment acquired by the consumption of yellow, orange, or red vegetables?
- AKeratin
- BHemoglobin
- Ccarotene
- Dmelanin
97Which of the following nerve endings is found within the dermis and hypodermis and is responsible for the detection of deep pressure?
- ATactile corpuscle
- Blamellate corpuscle
- Ctactile discs
- Dfree nerve ending
98Which of the following is found in the papillary layer of the dermis and detects fine, delicate touch?
- ATactile corpuscle
- Blamellated corpuscle
- Cfree nerve ending
- Dtactile discs
99Which of the following structures is responsible for making hairs to stand up and the formation of goose bumps?
- AStrata
- BArrector pili
- CCleavage lines
- DDermal papilla
100Which of the following upward projections of the skin creates a person’s fingerprints?
- AStrata
- BArrector pili
- CCleavage lines
- DDermal papilla
101Which cell type is associated with a tactile disc to form a sensory receptor for touch?
- AAdipocytes
- BMelanocytes
- CKeratinocytes
- DMerkel cells
102Which specialized cell type produces a pigment protein that acts as a natural sunscreen to protect against the damaging UV rays of sunlight?
- AAdipocytes
- BMelanocytes
- CMerkel cells
103Which of the following specialized cell types is found patrolling the stratum spinosum and is responsible for enhancing immunity by phagocytizing bacteria?
- Ac. Melanocytes
- BDendritic cells
- Cmerkel cells
104The most common cell type found in the stratum basale of the epidermis is a germative cell called ___________.
- AKeratinocytes
- BBasal cells
- CMelanocytes
105Which layer of the epidermis is associated with keratohyaline and lamellated granules?
- AStratum granulosum
- BStratum corneum
- CStratum spinosum
106Which layer of the epidermis possesses microfilaments of pre-keratin attached to desmosomes?
- AStratum lucidum
- BStratum granulosum
- CStratum spinosum
107The dead, highly keratinized layer of epidermis is the ___________________.
- AStratum granulosum
- BStratum corneum
- CStratum spinosum
108Cells undergoing rapid mitotic divisions are found in the ___________________ of the epidermis.
- AStratum basale
- Bstratum granulosum
- Cstratum lucidum
109Which clear layer of the epidermis is normally present only in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet?
- AStratum basale
- Bstratum lucidum
- Cstratum granulosum
110Which of the following lists the order of the epidermal strata of thick skin from the inside to the outside?
- A1, 2, 5, 3, 4
- B4, 3, 5, 2, 1
- C1, 2, 3, 5, 4
111Which of the following skin layers is NOT correctly matched to its tissue type?
- AEpidermis—stratified squamous epithelium
- BPapillary layer of the dermis—dense regular connective tissue
- CReticular layer of the dermis—dense irregular connective tissue
112In addition to protection by serving as both a physical and chemical barrier, the skin serves other functions. Which of the following is another vital function of skin?
- AStorage of glucose and glycogen for energy.
- BConversion of epidermal cholesterols into the precursors of Vitamin D.
- CAids in the transport of nutrients and respiratory gases to body tissues.
- DAll of the above are functions of skin.
113The skin, composed of the epidermis and dermis, is classified as which of the following types of membranes?
- AMeningeal membranes
- BCutaneous membranes
- CSerous membranes
114What is the Rule of Nines? we determine the extent of a burn in relation to the body surface area
- Awe determine the extent of a burn in relation to the body surface area
- Bhow to determine the upcoming of a heart attack
115Name the part of the hair that consists of rapidly dividing cells. __________________
- Amatrix
- Bcollagen
- Clacunae
116Sweat glands are _________ glands that release sweat by exocytosis while oil glands are _______ glands that release oil by cell rupturing,
- Amerocrine, exocrine
- Bmerocrine, holocrine
- Cmerocrine, sweat glands
117Name all pigments associated with skin tone. ____________________________
- Akeratin
- Bmelanin
- Chemoglobin
- Dall are correct
118Name the nerve receptor for detecting deep pressure. ________________________________
- Apacinian corpuscles
- Bmeissner's carpuscles
- Carrector pili
119Name the waterproofing substance produced by the epidermal cells of skin. ___________________
- Akeratin
- Bhemoglobin
- Ccollagen
120Which layer of skin possesses a large number of melanocytes? _____________________
- Astratum basale
- Bstratum granulosum
- Cstratum corneum
121The only place you will find the stratum ________________ is in thick skin.
- Alucidum
- Bbasale
- Ccorneum
122Someone who has poor blood flow to the skin turns blue. This is called ______________________________
- Acyanosis
- Bhigh blood pressure
- Cdiabetes
123Which type of skin cancer is the most lethal form? ____________________________
- Amelanoma
- Bkeratin
- Ckeratinoid
124Name the tissue of the epidermis. Epithelial tissue _________________________________
- Astratified squamous
- Bsimple cuboidal
125Name the secretion produced by oil glands. _________________________________
- Asebum
- Bsweat
- Coil
126Name the specialized sweat gland that produces milk. __________________________
- Amammary gland
- Bholocrine gland
- Csweat gland
127Name one area of the body that lacks sebaceous glands. _________________________
- Apalms/soles of feet
- Bunderarms
- Celbows/wrists
128Name the common tissue type found in the hypodermis. _____________________________
- Aconnective tissue
- Beperthilial
- Cmuscular
129The layer of the epidermis that is actively dividing to produce the other layers is called ___ The
- Astratum basale
- Bstratum lucidum
- Cstratum corneum
130Name the cell that attaches to tactile discs in your epidermis for cutaneous sensations. ________________
- Amerkel cell
- Bdendritic cell
- Cmelanocytes
131Name the modified sweat gland that produces wax. _
- ACeruminous glands
- Bapocrine glands
- Csebaceous glands
132The dermis is composed of two layers; the _papillary__________layer made of areolar tissue and the ___Reticular_________ layer made of dense irregular connective tissue.
- Apapillary, reticular
- Bpapillary, lucidum
- Cpapillary, basale
133_____________________ are pigment-producing cells in the epidermis.
- Amelanocytes
- Bkeratin
- Ckeratinocytes
134A vitamin D deficiency can lead to a curvature in the bones called.
- Arickets
- Bosteoporosis
135The __________________ is a small muscle located in the dermis that causes goose bumps.
- Aarrector pilli
- Bepidermal ridges
- Cdermal papilla
136The layer of the epidermis immediately under the stratum lucidum is the ____
- Astratum granulosum
- Bstratum spinosum
- Cstratum corneum
137The white crescent portion on the nail is called ________________________.
- Alunula
- Bcuticle
138Which of the following combinations would compensate for higher than normal levels of blood calcium?
1.It stimulates the parathyroid gland.
2.It stimulates the thyroid gland.
3.It causes the secretion of calcitonin.
4.It causes the secretion of PTH
5.It stimulates the action of osteoblasts.
6.It stimulates the action of osteoclasts.- A1, 3, and 5 are correct
- B2, 3, and 5 are correct
- C2, 4, and 6 are correct
139Which of the following hormones would produce the following effects as a result of hypocalcemia: increased bone resorption, increased intestinal absorption of Ca+ from food, and increased Ca+ reabsorption from urine?
- APTH
- Bcalcition
140During the repair of a broken bone, which of the following list the process of repair in order?
- AHematoma, fibrocartilage callus, bony callus, remodeling
- BBony callus, hematoma, remodeling, fibrocartilage callus
- CFibrocartilage callus, hematoma, bony callus, remodeling
141Which of the following bone fractures is NOT correctly matched to its description?
- APott’s – break in the distal part of the radius and ulna
- BSpiral – a ragged break that results from excessive twisting of the bone
- CDepressed – a break in the bone resulting from being pushed inward
- DCompressed – a break resulting from forces applied above and below the bone
142Which of the following classifies any fracture whenever the bone protrudes through the skin?
- Acompund
- Blinear
- Ctransverse
143Numerous passageways running perpendicular through compact bone which allow blood vessels to pass from one osteon to another. _ _____________________
- Aperforating canal
- Blamellae
144Thread-like collagen fibers that anchor the periosteum to the outside surface of a bone. _
- Asharpey's fibers
- Bosteon
145The organic-based ground substance found between adjacent lacunae, composed primarily of collagen fibers to provide both strength and flexibility, and accounts for 1/3 the weight of bone tissue. _________
- Ahydroxyapatite
- Bcentral canal
146Small channels radiating from the central canal towards the lacunae. _
- Acanaliculi
- Blacunae
147Passageway running through the middle of each osteon and contains arteries, veins, and nerves. __. _____
- Acentral canal
- Blamellae
148Concentric rings of osseous tissue found around each central canal. ____________
- Alamellae
- Bosteon
149Small voids in the matrix of bone, sometimes called “little lakes”, where the osteocytes are located. __ ______
- Alacunae
- Blamellae
150The functional unit of compact bone forming cylindrical-shaped rods that lay parallel to the axis and protect against compression forces. ________
- Aosteon
- Bhydroxyapatite
151The inorganic mineral salts deposited into osseous tissue to make it rigid. _
- AHydroxyapatite
- BSharpey’s fibers
152Which of the following refers to the growth of a long bone in terms of its width?
Which of the following refers to the growth of a long bone in terms of its width?- AEpiphyseal growth
- BAppositional growth
- CLongitudinal growth
153Which of the following best describes the function of the epiphyseal plate?
- AAllow more flexibility in a long bone.
- BAllow a means by which bone can repair itself.
- CAllow a means by which bone can increase in length.
154Which of the following bones would be formed by intramembranous ossification?
- ACarpals
- BMetacarpals
- Csternum
- Dfemur
155Which of the following statements regarding osteogenesis is NOT TRUE?
- AOsteogenesis begins at 12-16 weeks after fertilization.
- BEndochondral ossification is used in the formation of long bones.
- CEndochondral ossification requires a hyaline cartilage model.
156Which of the following parts of a long bone is NOT correctly matched to its description?
- AMedullary cavity – hollow cavity of the diaphysis filled with yellow marrow in adult long bones.
- BNutrient foramen – the hole in the proximal epiphyses of a long bone through which nerves enter.
- CMetaphysis – junction between the diaphysis and epiphyses of a long bone. Sometimes forming the neck.
157There are four primary cell types associated with bone: osteoprogenitor cells, osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteocytes. The function of an osteoclast is to __________________.
- ADeposition of bone
- Bproduce blood cells
- Costeolysis
- Dprovide nourishment
158Term referring to the prominent, narrow ridge like the one found on the top edge of the ilium. ____
- Acrest
- Bramus
159Term referring to a rounded surface for the formation of a joint like those found on the bottom of the femur: ___
- Acondyle
- Bepicondyle
160Term referring to a narrow, slit-like opening like that can be found in the eye sockets: _
- Afossa
- Bfissure
161Term referring to the arm-like bar like that found on the mandible or pubic bone: _e ramus___________
- Aramus
- Bline
162Term referring to the canal-like passageway like that of the ear canal: _
- Ameatus
- Bforamen
163Term referring to the shallow, basin-like depression like the three associated with the scapula: _
- Afossa
- Bcondyle
164Term referring to a large, blunt, irregular shaped projection like those on the proximal end of the femur: _______
- Atrochanter
- Btuberosity
165Term referring to a round or oval hole in a bone for the passage of blood vessels or nerves: _______
- Aforamen
- Bfissure
166Term referring to a small, round projection like those found on the head of the humerus: _______
- Atubercle
- Btuberosity
167Bones such as the skull bones, sternum, and ribs are best described as ___________.
- Aflat bones
- Bshort bones
- Clong bones
168Bones such as the patella are best described as ___________.
- Asesamoid bones
- Blong bones
- Cflat bones
169Bones such as the radius and ulna are best described as ___________.
- Along bones
- Bshort bones
- Csesamoid bones
170Bones such as the vertebrae and mandible are best described as ___________.
- Airregular bones
- Bshort bones
- Cflat bones
171How many bones make up the axial skeleton?
- A40
- B80
- C126
172All of the following bones are part of the appendicular skeleton EXCEPT:
- AScapula
- Bsternum
- Ctibia
- Dtalus
173Growth from the outside of a bone that results in an increase in bone width is called ________________.
- Aappositional
- BLongitudinal
174Name one example of an irregular shaped bone. __________________________________
- Avertebrae
- Bcarpuls
- Ctibia
175________________________ cells differentiate to form osteoblasts and osteocytes.
- Aosteogenic
- Bosteoclast
176The first step in bone repair after a fracture is _____________________ formation.
- Ahematoma
- Bbony callus
177The development of flat bones occurs by a process known as _______________________ ossification.
- Aintramembranous
- Bostycyte
178An arm-like bar of a bone is called the ______________________.
- Aline
- Bramus
179Growth in the length of long bones occurs at the _____________________ plate.
- Aepiphyseal
- BAppositional
180
The shaft of a long bone is called the _________.- ADiaphysis
- Blongitudinal
181The outer membrane around bone is called the __________.
- APeriosteum
- Bouter membrane
182Other than calcium, name one ion commonly stored in bone. _____________________
- Aphosphate
- Bpotassium
183Name three bones of the axial skeleton. ________________, _________________, and _______________.
- Avertebrae, sacrum, coccyx,
- Bhumerus, scapula, ulna
184The ____________________ hormone causes the development of bone by the action of osteoblasts.
- Agrowth
- Bthyroid
185Too much growth hormone as an adult results in a condition called _
- Aacromegaly
- Bhypothyroidism
186____________________ are multinucleated cells specialized for the breakdown of bone.
- AOsteoclasts
- Bosteocytes
187A long bone forms by a process known as ________________________ ossification.
- Aendochondral
- Bintramembranous
188Blood cell formation that occurs within the bone marrow is called _________________.
- Ahematopoiesis
- Bmyelopoiesis
189A fracture in which a bone is broken into many pieces would be classified as a _____________________ fracture.
- Acommuted
- Bcompound
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