#1
Which bone is commonly known as the collarbone?
Clavicle
ExplanationThe bone connecting the shoulder to the breastbone.
#2
What type of joint is the elbow joint?
Hinge joint
ExplanationA joint allowing movement primarily in one direction.
#3
What is the medical term for the thigh bone?
Femur
ExplanationThe largest and strongest bone in the human body.
#4
Which of the following bones is not part of the human hand?
Tarsals
ExplanationBones forming part of the ankle, not the hand.
#5
Which bone forms the prominence of the cheek?
Zygomatic bone
ExplanationA facial bone contributing to the structure of the cheek and orbit.
#6
What is the smallest bone in the human body?
Stapes
ExplanationA bone located in the middle ear involved in hearing.
#7
Which of the following bones is not part of the axial skeleton?
Scapula
ExplanationA bone forming part of the shoulder girdle, not part of the central skeleton.
#8
What is the function of the skeletal system?
All of the above
ExplanationSupport, protection, movement, blood cell production, and mineral storage.
#9
What is the function of the rib cage?
All of the above
ExplanationProtecting the chest cavity, assisting in breathing, and providing support to the upper body.
#10
Which bone articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint?
Femur
ExplanationThe thigh bone forming the connection between the hip and knee.
#11
Which joint allows for the movement of the head to nod 'yes'?
Atlanto-occipital joint
ExplanationA joint connecting the skull and the first cervical vertebra.
#12
What is the main function of the patella (kneecap)?
All of the above
ExplanationProtecting the knee joint and enhancing the leverage of the quadriceps muscles.
#13
Which bone is responsible for producing red blood cells in adults?
Sternum
ExplanationThough not the primary site, it can produce red blood cells in certain conditions.
#14
Which part of the vertebrae provides protection for the spinal cord?
Vertebral foramen
ExplanationA space within the vertebrae through which the spinal cord passes.
#15
Which bone articulates with the ulna and radius to form the elbow joint?
Humerus
ExplanationThe long bone of the upper arm.
#16
Which bone forms the lower jaw?
Mandible
ExplanationThe only movable bone of the skull.
#17
Which bone forms the bridge of the nose?
Nasal bone
ExplanationA pair of small bones contributing to the structure of the nose.