Level 2 Anatomy and Physiology - The Skeleton

How many bones are there in the human body?

• 208
• 126
• 206
• 80

Which of the following is a division of the skeleton?

• Axial
• Acromio
• Atlas
• Axis

What is the name given to the end of a long bone?

• Compact bone
• Epiphysis
• Diaphysis
• Periosteum

What is the term used for ‘bone growth’?

• Ossification
• Osteoclasts
• Osteoblasts
• Osteopoprosis

Which of the following is one of the 5 main functions of the skeleton?

• Structure
• Projection
• Sesamoid
• Protraction

What is the name given to the hard protective sheath which surrounds the bone?

• Compact bone
• Epiphysis
• Diaphysis
• Periosteum

Which 3 bones make up the pelvic girdle?

• Ischium, Ilium, Pubis
• Ilium, Sacrum, Coccyx
• Ischium, Clavicle, Pubis
• Pubis, Sternum, Ribs

Which double set of two bones is situated on the left and right sides of the body and makes up the Pectoral Girdle?

• Clavicle and Humerus
• Scapula and Ulna
• Clavicle and Sternum
• Clavicle and Scapula

Which of the following sentences best describes an irregular bone?

• Bones which have a greater length than width and are slightly curved for strength
• Bones which are generally thin with extensive areas for muscle attachments
• Bones that have complex shapes
• Bones that are embedded in a Tendon

What is the name given to the shaft of a long bone?

• Compact bone
• Epiphysis
• Diaphysis
• Periosteum