WorksheetsF4 Biology C14: Support and Movement in Humans and Animals
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 12mins
Below is the lists of different types of vertebrae that make up the human vertebral column.
A : Cervical vertebra
B : Caudal vertebra
C : Lumbar vertebra
D : Thoracic vertebra
E : Sacral vertebra
What is the correct positioning of the vertebrae on the vertebral column, begining from skull?
B, C, A, D, E
A, C, D, E, B
A, D, C, E, B
D, A, C, B, E
Which labelled part cushions the joints and absorbs shock?
3
4
2
1
Following is the function of fins for fish except
Help fish change direction
Fish able to propel forward
Allow fish to breathe
Fish remain stable in water
Ball and socket joint presents at
Phalanges
Hip ( femur and pelvic girdle)
Knee ( femur and tibia-fibula)
Shoulder ( humerus and pectoral girdle)
Axial skeleton is necessary for
Limited movement
Locomotion
Protection
Manipulating of objects
Aiman is experiencing a progressive degenaration and weakening of skeletal muscles which distrupts his movement. He is suffering from
Muscle cramps
Osteoporosis
Muscular dystrophy
Arthritis
Fins that resist yawing and rolling in fish are
Caudal fin
Ventral fin
Pectoral fin
Dorsal fin
Metacarpus of hand consists of eight bones called metacarpals.
TRUE
FALSE
Diagram shows a fish having difficulty while swimming. Fish overcomes this problem with the help of its
Dorsal and pelvic fins
Dorsal and ventral fins
Pelvic and pectoral fins
Ventral and pelvic fins
What is structure Q and what happens if structure P is injured ?
Q - Pectoralis major & P - Bird will not able to flap its wings downwards.
Q - Pectoralis major & P - Bird will not able to flap its wings upwards.
Q - Pectoralis minor & P - Bird will not able to fly forward.
Q - Pectoralis minor & P - Bird will not able to fly forward.
What are the nutrients that help preventing osteoporosis ?
Vitamin D
Calcium
Iron
Phosphorus
Below are the jumping stages of a grasshopper.
P : The extensor muscle contracts.
Q : The hind leg is folded in the shape of Z.
R : The grasshopper propels upwards into the air.
S : The flexor muscle contracts.
T : The hind leg straightens backwards.
Choose the correct sequence begining from the position at rest to jump.
P, Q, T, R, S
S, Q, P, T, R
P, Q, S, T, R
Q, S, P, T, R
Choose the functions of synovial fluid.
Acts as a lubricant to minimize friction.
Allows movement of bones.
Source of nutrient for cartilage.
Absorbs shock by acting like cushion during movement.
How fish is adapted to reduce water resistance during swimming ?
Sleek and Streamlined shape.
Presences of myotome muscles.
Overlapping scales and slimy coating.
Presences of swim bladders.
Select the correct statements.
Skeletal muscles pull when they contract.
Flexor muscle causes a limb to straighten when it contracts.
In movement of forearm, biceps is the flexor and triceps is the extensor.
Skeletal muscle push when they contract.
Diagram shows
Cervical vertebrae
Thoracic vertebrae
Lumbar vertebrae
Sacral vertebrae
Following are the correct statements of the vertebrae shown in diagram except
Their processes are short and thick.
Has large centrums which serves as attachment for muscles and ligaments.
Largest and strongest vertebrae in vertebral column.
5 lumbar vertebrae are presence in vertebral column.
Which type of skeleton is presence in earthworms and sea anemones ?
Hydrostatic skeleton
Exoskeleton
Endoskeleton
Following are the ways to care for musculoskeletal system except
Taking adequate amounts of calcium and phosphorus.
Shifts the weight of the entire body on the thigh muscles while sitting.
Slouch as this places weight on the curved back and the back of hips.
Use loose fitting or stretchable clothes.
Arthritis is the condition referring to
Inflammation of the joint.
Bones become brittle and porous.
Joints become swollen, stiff and painful.
Affects women after menopause.
