Question 1

The periosteum is anchored to the bone by collagen fibers called _____ fibers.

Accepted Answer

A)  Transverse
B)  Perforating
C)  Penetrating
D)  Connecting
E)  CementingF) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

What explains the dramatic acceleration in lengthwise bone growth at puberty?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased activity of osteoclasts occurs in response to parathyroid hormone stimulation.
B)  Increased rate of calcium deposition occurs due to high blood calcium levels.
C)  Increased physical activity causes lengthwise growth in response to bone stress.
D)  Increased secretion of sex hormones promotes epiphyseal plate growth.
E)  Increased absorption of dietary vitamins and minerals strengthens the matrix.F) B) and D)
G) All of the above

Question 3

Which vitamin is required for the normal synthesis of collagen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin D
B)  Vitamin B
C)  Vitamin A
D)  Vitamin C
E)  Vitamin KF) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 4

A metatarsal bone is an example of a(n) _____ bone.

Accepted Answer

A)  long
B)  irregular
C)  short
D)  flat
E)  sesamoidF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

In general,the mechanical stresses on bones that result from exercise tend to weaken them and lead to more frequent fractures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

-This figure illustrates epiphyseal plate morphology.In which zone are minerals deposited in the matrix?

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  2
C)  3
D)  4
E)  5F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 7

Found within both the periosteum and endosteum,_________ cells are derived from mesenchyme and serve as the stem cells of bone.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Which hormone inhibits rather than stimulates bone growth?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcitonin
B)  Estrogen and testosterone
C)  Thyroid hormone
D)  Parathyroid hormone
E)  Growth hormoneF) A) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 9

Endochondral ossification begins with a(n) _________ model.

Accepted Answer

A)  mesenchyme
B)  dense connective tissue
C)  hyaline cartilage
D)  membranous
E)  osteoidF) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 10

Which type of cartilage would be punctured if you chose to pierce the auricle of your ear?

Accepted Answer

A)  Reticular cartilage
B)  Articular cartilage
C)  Fibrocartilage
D)  Hyaline cartilage
E)  Elastic cartilageF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 11

Which is an alternate term for compact bone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cancellous bone
B)  Trabecular bone
C)  Spongy bone
D)  Diploe
E)  Cortical boneF) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 12

Which type of cartilage is described as follows: matrix with thick collagen fibers; lacks perichondrium; resists stretching and compression?

Accepted Answer

A)  Elastic cartilage
B)  Reticular cartilage
C)  Articular cartilage
D)  Fibrocartilage
E)  Hyaline cartilageF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 13

Which would not be classified as an irregular bone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Scapula
B)  Sphenoid
C)  Sacrum
D)  Thoracic vertebra
E)  EthmoidF) B) and C)
G) None of the above

Question 14

-This figure shows the gross anatomy of a long bone.Which number indicates the periosteum?

Accepted Answer

A)  1
B)  2
C)  3
D)  4
E)  5F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 15

What gives bone its compressional strength?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yellow bone marrow
B)  Reticular fibers
C)  Inorganic salts
D)  Red bone marrow
E)  EndosteumF) None of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 16

What is the function of cartilage located in the epiphyseal plates?

Accepted Answer

A)  Serves as model for bone formation
B)  Provides passageway for blood vessels
C)  Forms articular surface
D)  Supports soft tissues
E)  Provides flexibility for bendingF) B) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 17

Mature cartilage is avascular.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The medullary cavity of a long bone is lined with a thin layer of connective tissue called the

Accepted Answer

A)  diaphysis.
B)  epiphysis.
C)  endosteum.
D)  periosteum.
E)  trabeculae.F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 19

Which is not stored in bone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium
B)  Lipid
C)  Phosphate
D)  Fat
E)  ProteinF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 20

Since cartilage must be continuously replaced in the body,appositional and interstitial growth of cartilage continues throughout life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 6: Cartilage and Bone

The periosteum is anchored to the bone by collagen fibers called _____ fibers.

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-This figure shows the gross anatomy of a long bone.Which number indicates the periosteum?

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What gives bone its compressional strength?

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In general,the mechanical stresses on bones that result from exercise tend to weaken them and lead to more frequent fractures.

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Which would not be classified as an irregular bone?

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A metatarsal bone is an example of a(n) _____ bone.

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The medullary cavity of a long bone is lined with a thin layer of connective tissue called the

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Which hormone inhibits rather than stimulates bone growth?

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Which vitamin is required for the normal synthesis of collagen?

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Since cartilage must be continuously replaced in the body,appositional and interstitial growth of cartilage continues throughout life.

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What is the function of cartilage located in the epiphyseal plates?

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What explains the dramatic acceleration in lengthwise bone growth at puberty?

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Which type of cartilage would be punctured if you chose to pierce the auricle of your ear?

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Found within both the periosteum and endosteum,_________ cells are derived from mesenchyme and serve as the stem cells of bone.

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Which type of cartilage is described as follows: matrix with thick collagen fibers; lacks perichondrium; resists stretching and compression?

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Which is an alternate term for compact bone?

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Which is not stored in bone?

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-This figure illustrates epiphyseal plate morphology.In which zone are minerals deposited in the matrix?

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Endochondral ossification begins with a(n) _________ model.

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Mature cartilage is avascular.

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