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Anatomical Terms and Structures in the Skeletal System Quiz

#1

Which bone forms the forehead and the upper portion of the eye sockets?

Frontal
Explanation

Forms frontal bone and upper eye sockets.

#2

What is the name of the bone found in the upper arm?

Humerus
Explanation

Upper arm bone.

#3

Which bone is commonly referred to as the collarbone?

Clavicle
Explanation

Commonly known as collarbone.

#4

Which bone articulates with the tibia and fibula to form the ankle joint?

Talus
Explanation

Articulates with tibia and fibula for ankle joint.

#5

Which bone in the human body is the longest and strongest?

Femur
Explanation

Longest and strongest bone.

#6

The carpal bones are found in which part of the body?

Hand
Explanation

Found in the hand.

#7

Which type of joint allows for the widest range of motion?

Ball and socket joint
Explanation

Allows widest range of motion.

#8

What is the function of red bone marrow?

Production of red blood cells
Explanation

Produces red blood cells.

#9

What is the name of the small, flat bone that forms part of the nasal septum?

Vomer
Explanation

Forms part of nasal septum.

#10

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

Digestion
Explanation

Not involved in digestion.

#11

What is the medical term for the shoulder blade?

Scapula
Explanation

Medical term for shoulder blade.

#12

Which bone is commonly referred to as the kneecap?

Patella
Explanation

Commonly known as kneecap.

#13

Which vertebrae are located in the neck region of the spine?

Cervical
Explanation

Neck region vertebrae.

#14

Which bone forms the heel of the foot?

Calcaneus
Explanation

Forms heel.

#15

What is the anatomical name for the shoulder joint?

Glenohumeral joint
Explanation

Anatomical name for shoulder joint.

#16

What is the function of the epiphyseal plate in growing bones?

To allow for longitudinal bone growth
Explanation

Allows longitudinal bone growth.

#17

Which bone is NOT a part of the axial skeleton?

Pelvis
Explanation

Not part of axial skeleton.

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