#1
Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?
Regulation of body temperature
ExplanationSkeletal system doesn't regulate body temperature.
#2
How many pairs of ribs are found in the human body?
12
ExplanationHuman body has 12 pairs of ribs.
#3
How many cervical vertebrae are there in the human spine?
7
ExplanationHuman spine has 7 cervical vertebrae.
#4
What is the name of the bone formed by the fusion of five sacral vertebrae?
Sacrum
ExplanationFusion of five sacral vertebrae forms the sacrum bone.
#5
Which vertebrae are characterized by the presence of ribs?
Thoracic
ExplanationThoracic vertebrae have ribs attached.
#6
How many pairs of floating ribs are present in the human body?
2
ExplanationHuman body has 2 pairs of floating ribs.
#7
Which part of the vertebrae surrounds and protects the spinal cord?
Vertebral foramen
ExplanationVertebral foramen surrounds and protects the spinal cord.
#8
Which type of vertebrae are found in the neck region?
Cervical
ExplanationCervical vertebrae are found in the neck region.
#9
What is the distinguishing feature of true ribs?
They articulate directly with the sternum
ExplanationTrue ribs directly articulate with the sternum.
#10
Which part of the rib attaches to the thoracic vertebrae?
Head
ExplanationRib's head attaches to the thoracic vertebrae.
#11
Which type of ribs are also known as false ribs?
Vertebrochondral ribs
ExplanationVertebrochondral ribs are known as false ribs.
#12
Which of the following is not a part of the axial skeleton?
Scapula
ExplanationScapula is not part of the axial skeleton.
#13
What is the name of the joint between the rib and the sternum?
Costochondral joint
ExplanationJoint between rib and sternum is costochondral.
#14
Which of the following bones is not a part of the rib cage?
Scapula
ExplanationScapula is not part of the rib cage.
#15
Which of the following is not a function of the vertebrae?
Production of red blood cells
ExplanationVertebrae don't produce red blood cells.
#16
Which of the following is true regarding lumbar vertebrae?
They are the largest vertebrae
ExplanationLumbar vertebrae are the largest.