Musculoskeletal System Quiz

What is the primary function of bones in the musculoskeletal system?

• To provide structural support and facilitate movement

• To connect muscles to bones

• To provide cushioning and reduce friction

• To surround muscles, bones, and organs

Which type of joint allows movement in only one plane, similar to a door hinge?

• Pivot Joint

• Hinge Joint

• Ball-and-Socket Joint

• Saddle Joint

What is the role of cartilage in the joints?

• To connect muscles to bones

• To provide structural support

• To provide cushioning and reduce friction

• To facilitate contraction and relaxation of muscles

Which type of joint is characterized by the articulating bones being separated by a fluid-filled joint cavity?

• Synovial Joint

• Gliding Joint

• Pivot Joint

• Condylar Joint

What is the primary function of the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

• Transmitting signals across synapses

• Pumping blood throughout the body

• Processing and integrating sensory information

• Facilitating gas exchange

Which system consists of the heart, lungs, diaphragm, and blood vessels?

• Nervous System

• Cardiovascular System

• Cardiorespiratory System

• Muscular System

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

• Initiating muscle contractions

• Pumping blood

• Transmitting signals across synapses to other neurons, muscles, or glands

• Transporting blood throughout the body

Which of the following is a component of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

• Brain

• Spinal Cord

• Motor Neurons

• Sensory and Motor Neurons

What is the function of alveoli in the respiratory system?

• Transmitting neural signals

• Pumping blood

• Facilitating muscle contractions

• Allowing gas exchange by diffusing oxygen into the bloodstream

What is the function of pulmonary circulation in the circulatory system?

• To transport nutrients to body tissues

• To transport blood between the heart and the lungs, facilitating gas exchange

• To remove waste products from metabolism

• To regulate body temperature