Skeletal System & Medical Terminology Practice Questions (1-31)

Front

The seven bones in the neck are ________ bones.

Back

cervical

Front

In the term arthroscope, the suffix -scope means:

Back

instrument

Front

In the term meniscus, the root menisc means:

Back

crescent

Front

Which of the following destroys old or weak bone tissue? osteocyte, osteoclast, osteoblast, none of the above

Back

osteoclast

Front

The skeletal system contains ______ bones.

Back

208

Front

The anterior pelvis is made up of the: ilium, ischium, and pubis

Back

ilium, ischium, and pubis

Front

Which one of the following is not part of the skeletal anatomy? cartilage, tendons, bone, smooth muscle

Back

smooth muscle

Front

________ are where two tissues are approximated (come together).

Back

sutures

Front

When viewed in anatomical position, the ________ and ________ are the most lateral bones.

Back

fibula and radius

Front

The ________ articulates with the femoral head.

Back

acetabulum