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Anatomy of Skeletal Structures Quiz

#1

Which bone is commonly known as the collarbone?

Clavicle
Explanation

Collarbone connecting the arm to the trunk.

#2

What is the technical term for the knee cap?

Patella
Explanation

Protective bone in front of the knee joint.

#3

What is the anatomical name for the shinbone?

Tibia
Explanation

Large bone in the lower leg.

#4

What is the term for the small, fluid-filled sac that reduces friction between tissues in joints?

Bursa
Explanation

Reduces friction in joint movement.

#5

Which joint allows movement in only one plane, like the elbow joint?

Hinge joint
Explanation

Allows movement in one direction.

#6

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Femur
Explanation

Longest and strongest bone located in the thigh.

#7

Which joint connects the thigh bone to the hip bone?

Hip joint
Explanation

Articulation between femur and pelvis.

#8

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

Ball and socket
Explanation

Allows movement in multiple directions.

#9

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

Foot and toes
Explanation

Bones of the digits.

#10

Which bone forms the forehead and the upper eye sockets?

Frontal bone
Explanation

Constitutes the forehead and orbits.

#11

What is the function of red bone marrow?

Blood cell formation
Explanation

Site of blood cell production.

#12

Which vertebral region is located in the lower back?

Lumbar
Explanation

Vertebral section between thoracic and sacral.

#13

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

Frontal
Explanation

Constitutes the forehead and orbits.

#14

In which part of the vertebrae are the ribs attached?

Thoracic
Explanation

Region of spine where ribs connect.

#15

What is the primary function of the ribcage?

Protecting the heart and lungs
Explanation

Provides protection for vital organs.

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