Anatomy
Short answer questions for revision of the anatomy topic
- 1.
The radius is an example of which type of bone?
- A.
Short
- B.
Irregular
- C.
Long
- D.
Flat
Correct Answer
C. Long -
- 2.
The main function of the femur is to ...
- A.
Provides protection for vital organs
- B.
is for support and movement
- C.
Allows movement in the neck
- D.
Holds the shoulder in place
Correct Answer
B. is for support and movement -
- 3.
Which bone is part of the axial skeleton?
- A.
Cranium
- B.
Scapular
- C.
Phalanges
- D.
Tibis
Correct Answer
A. Cranium -
- 4.
The sternum is a:
- A.
Long bone
- B.
Irregular bone
- C.
Short bone
- D.
Flat bone
Correct Answer
D. Flat bone -
- 5.
What is the main function of flat bones?
- A.
To produce red blood cells
- B.
To produce white blood cells
- C.
To provide a site of attachment for large muscles
- D.
To provide protection for underlying tissues
Correct Answer
D. To provide protection for underlying tissues -
- 6.
The anatomical term "medial" refers to...
- A.
Being face down
- B.
On the front of the body or limb
- C.
Nearer the midline of the body
- D.
Above or on top of
Correct Answer
C. Nearer the midline of the body -
- 7.
Choose the correct sentence;
- A.
The shoulder joint is proximal to the neck
- B.
The elbow joint is distal to the shoulder
- C.
The thoracic vertebrae are superior to the cervical vertebrae
- D.
The thumb is on the lateral aspect of the hand
Correct Answer
D. The thumb is on the lateral aspect of the hand -
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