Skeletal System Test Review
Matching: Know the following terms.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Articular cartilage
Bone marrow
Cortical bone
Diaphysis
Epiphyseal plate
Epiphysis
Haversian canals
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
Haversian system
Hematopoiesis
Lacunae
Medullary cavity
Ossification
Osteoblasts
Osteoclasts
o)
p)
q)
r)
s)
t)
Osteocytes
Osteon
Periosteum
Remodeling
Trabecular bone
Volkmann’s canals
Indicate whether each statement is true or false. (1 point)
1. Describe the composition of the different types of bones.
2. Describe the location of marrow in adults and children.
3. Describe the vertebrae of the human spine.
4. What is the composition of the epiphyseal plate?
5. What is the endosteum?
6. What is the location of hematopoiesis?
7. What is the purpose of an osteoblast?
8. What is the purpose of the bones articulations?
9. When do bones stop changing?
10. Where is compact bone found?
Matching: Know the characteristics of the following joints.
a)
b)
c)
d)
Amphiarthrosis
Ball and socket joint
Cartilaginous joint
Condyloid joint
e)
f)
g)
h)
Fibrous joint
Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Saddle joint
i) Syndesmoss
j) Tendon sheath
True or False: Fill in the blank to make the statements true.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
________________ fractures occur when one attempts to break a fall with outstretched arms
_________________ fractures are common in children
____________________ fractures commonly occur in sports
A comminuted fracture is characterized by a ______________
An ________________ fracture is characterized by a partially broken bone
Broken bone ends are forced into each other is commonly referred to as an __________ fracture
Broken bone portion is pressed inward is commonly referred to as a ______________ fracture
Ragged break occurring when excessive twisting forces are applied to a bone is known as a
____________ fracture
9. Skull fracture are often _______________ fractures
10. When a bone breaks into many fragments it is known as a _______________ fracture
Matching: Know the characteristics of the following conditions.
a)
b)
c)
d)
Bursitis
Dislocation
Gouty arthritis
Osteoarthritis
e)
f)
g)
h)
Osteochondrosis
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Rickets
i) Sprain
j) Tendonitis
Multiple Choice: Answer the following questions.
1. Describe long bone growth.
2. What are the characteristics of a synovial joint?
3. What can cause destruction and remodeling of bone?
4. What hormones play a role in bone development?
5. What is contained in a Haversian system?
6. What is the diaphysis?
7. What is the purpose of the periosteum?
8. What is trabecular bone tissue?
9. What minerals are important in bone growth and development?
10. Where is hyaline cartilage found in the skeleton?
Be able to classify the bones of the human skeleton as long, short, irregular or flat.
Short Answer:
1. Five functions of the skeletal system.
2. Describe marrow.
3. Describe bone growth.
4. Describe the type of fractures and how they are repaired.