Fall Semester Final

Front

What is the Axial skeleton?

Back

The Axial skeleton consists of the bones that form the long axis of the body, including the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

Front

Is the hypodermis part of the skin?

Back

No, the hypodermis (subcutaneous layer) is not considered part of the skin; it is a layer of fat and connective tissue beneath the skin.

Front

How many bones are in an adult human's body?

Back

An adult human has 206 bones.

Front

What type of joint are carpals and tarsals examples of?

Back

Carpals and tarsals are examples of gliding joints.

Front

What does 'inferior' mean in anatomical terms?

Back

Inferior refers to a position that is lower or below another part of the body.

Front

What is the function of the vertebral column?

Back

The vertebral column protects the spinal cord and provides structural support for the body.

Front

What are flat bones?

Back

Flat bones are thin, flattened, and usually curved bones that provide protection and a surface for muscle attachment, such as the skull and ribs.

Front

What is the role of the rib cage?

Back

The rib cage protects vital organs in the thorax, such as the heart and lungs, and assists in respiration.

Front

Define 'medial' in anatomical terms.

Back

Medial refers to a position that is closer to the midline of the body.

Front

What is the difference between a condyloid joint and a hinge joint?

Back

A condyloid joint allows movement in two planes (e.g., wrist), while a hinge joint allows movement primarily in one plane (e.g., elbow).