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Human skeletal anatomy and classification of ribs and vertebrae Quiz

#1

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

Regulation of body temperature
Explanation

Skeletal system doesn't regulate body temperature.

#2

How many pairs of ribs are found in the human body?

12
Explanation

Human body has 12 pairs of ribs.

#3

How many cervical vertebrae are there in the human spine?

7
Explanation

Human spine has 7 cervical vertebrae.

#4

What is the name of the bone formed by the fusion of five sacral vertebrae?

Sacrum
Explanation

Fusion of five sacral vertebrae forms the sacrum bone.

#5

Which vertebrae are characterized by the presence of ribs?

Thoracic
Explanation

Thoracic vertebrae have ribs attached.

#6

How many pairs of floating ribs are present in the human body?

2
Explanation

Human body has 2 pairs of floating ribs.

#7

Which part of the vertebrae surrounds and protects the spinal cord?

Vertebral foramen
Explanation

Vertebral foramen surrounds and protects the spinal cord.

#8

Which type of ribs are not attached to the sternum?

Floating ribs
Explanation

Floating ribs are not attached to the sternum.

#9

Which type of vertebrae are found in the neck region?

Cervical
Explanation

Cervical vertebrae are found in the neck region.

#10

What is the distinguishing feature of true ribs?

They articulate directly with the sternum
Explanation

True ribs directly articulate with the sternum.

#11

Which part of the rib attaches to the thoracic vertebrae?

Head
Explanation

Rib's head attaches to the thoracic vertebrae.

#12

Which type of ribs are also known as false ribs?

Vertebrochondral ribs
Explanation

Vertebrochondral ribs are known as false ribs.

#13

Which of the following is not a part of the axial skeleton?

Scapula
Explanation

Scapula is not part of the axial skeleton.

#14

What is the name of the joint between the rib and the sternum?

Costochondral joint
Explanation

Joint between rib and sternum is costochondral.

#15

Which of the following bones is not a part of the rib cage?

Scapula
Explanation

Scapula is not part of the rib cage.

#16

Which ribs are classified as false ribs?

Last three pairs
Explanation

Last three pairs of ribs are classified as false ribs.

#17

What is the function of the costal cartilage?

To connect ribs to the sternum
Explanation

Costal cartilage connects ribs to the sternum.

#18

What is the main function of the thoracic vertebrae?

Supporting and protecting the thoracic cage
Explanation

Thoracic vertebrae support and protect the thoracic cage.

#19

Which ribs are considered to be floating ribs?

Last two pairs
Explanation

Last two pairs of ribs are considered floating ribs.

#20

What is the name of the prominent ridge located on the posterior surface of the sacrum?

Median sacral crest
Explanation

Prominent ridge on sacrum's posterior surface is Median sacral crest.

#21

Which type of vertebrae contain foramina for the passage of the spinal nerves?

Cervical vertebrae
Explanation

Cervical vertebrae contain foramina for spinal nerves passage.

#22

Which term describes the bony projection found on the superior aspect of the sternum?

Manubrium
Explanation

Bony projection on sternum's superior aspect is Manubrium.

#23

Which type of ribs are attached to the sternum indirectly via costal cartilages?

False ribs
Explanation

False ribs are attached to the sternum indirectly via costal cartilages.

#24

Which of the following is not a function of the vertebrae?

Production of red blood cells
Explanation

Vertebrae don't produce red blood cells.

#25

Which of the following is true regarding lumbar vertebrae?

They are the largest vertebrae
Explanation

Lumbar vertebrae are the largest.

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