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  • A. 4 Vertebrae
  • B. 5 Vertebrae
  • C. 6 Vertebrae
  • D. 3 Vertebrae

Explanation: The sacrum is formed by the fusion of five vertebrae (S1-S5) in the pelvic region of the human body.

Correct answer: 5 Vertebrae
  • A. Compact bone
  • B. Cartilage
  • C. Osteoblast cells
  • D. Osteoclast cells

Explanation: The spongy bone is usually surrounded by a shell of the compact bone which provides added strength and rigidity.

Correct answer: Compact bone
  • A. Haversian canals
  • B. Canaliculus
  • C. Bone marrow tissues
  • D. Calcium phosphate

Explanation: Calcium phosphate is responsible for the mineralization of the bones that essentially gives them their rigidity.

Correct answer: Calcium phosphate
  • A. 8
  • B. 14
  • C. 20
  • D. 22

Explanation: The skull is a complex of 22 bones which can be divided into two categories: the cranium and the facial bones.

Correct answer: 22
  • A. 33 bones
  • B. 24 bones
  • C. 12 bones
  • D. 7 bones

Explanation: The spine or the vertebrae consists of 33 bones interlocked with each other to give the spinal column.

Correct answer: 33 bones

18826. Scapula is a:

  • A. Tail bone
  • B. Hip bone
  • C. Skull bone
  • D. Shoulder bone

Explanation: The scapula or shoulder blade is the bone that connects the clavicle to the humerus.

Correct answer: Shoulder bone
  • A. There are many blood vessels in cartilage
  • B. It is a form of connective tissue
  • C. It covers ends of the bones at joints
  • D. It is much softer than bone

Explanation: This statement is false. Cartilage is avascular, meaning it does not contain blood vessels.

Correct answer: There are many blood vessels in cartilage
  • A. Connective tissues
  • B. Epithelial tissues
  • C. Muscular tissues
  • D. Nervous tissues

Explanation: Cartilage is a type of connective tissue. It is a flexible and semi-rigid tissue found in various parts of the body, including the joints…

Correct answer: Connective tissues
  • A. Temporal
  • B. Occipital
  • C. Frontal
  • D. Vomer

Explanation: The temporal bones are located on the sides and base of the skull, near the ears.

Correct answer: Temporal
  • A. 70%
  • B. 20%
  • C. 99%
  • D. 60%

Explanation: Bone cells are composed of approximately 20% water, which is essential for facilitating cellular functions and maintaining the hydration…

Correct answer: 20%
  • A. Humerus
  • B. Ulna
  • C. Femur
  • D. Radius

Explanation: The femur extends from the hip joint to the knee joint, forming the upper leg. It connects the pelvis to the tibia (shinbone).

Correct answer: Femur
  • A. Osteoblasts
  • B. Osteocytes
  • C. Osteoclasts
  • D. Osteons

Explanation: Osteoblasts are cells responsible for bone formation. They synthesize and secrete the bone matrix, which is primarily composed of collagen…

Correct answer: Osteoblasts
  • A. Ball and socket
  • B. Pivot
  • C. Hinge
  • D. Fibrous

Explanation: The joint in the neck that allows the head to move back and forth is an example of a pivot joint.This option is not correct.

Correct answer: Pivot
  • A. Hinge Joints
  • B. Fibrous Joints
  • C. Ball and Socket Joints
  • D. Cartilaginous Joints

Explanation: Explanation:The joints that allow movements in several directions are called ball and socket joints.

Correct answer: Ball and Socket Joints
  • A. Hinge joint
  • B. Ball and Socket joint
  • C. Cartiligious joint
  • D. Fibrous joint

Explanation: Ball and socket joint allows movement in all directions as it enables movement around an indefinite number of axes.

Correct answer: Ball and Socket joint
  • A. Joints
  • B. Cartilages
  • C. Fibrous capsules
  • D. Ligaments

Explanation: The correct answer is Ligaments. Ligaments are fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones, providing joint stability and…

Correct answer: Ligaments
  • A. Ball and Socket Joint
  • B. Hinge Joint
  • C. Fibrous Joint
  • D. Cartilaginous Joints

Explanation: The correct answer is the 'Ball and Socket Joint.' Both the hip and shoulder joints exemplify this type of synovial joint, characterized…

Correct answer: Ball and Socket Joint
  • A. Hip and shoulder joints
  • B. Hip and knee joints
  • C. Shoulder and knee joints
  • D. Hip and elbow joints

Explanation: The ball and socket joint, also called the spheroidal joint, is a joint in which the ball-like rounded surface of a bone moves within a…

Correct answer: Hip and shoulder joints
  • A. Humerus and radio-ulna
  • B. Femur and pectoral girdle
  • C. Femur and acetabulum
  • D. Humerus and pectoral girdle

Explanation: A hinge joint is a type of synovial joint that allows movement in only one plane, like the opening and closing of a door.

Correct answer: Humerus and radio-ulna
  • A. Ureter
  • B. Urethra
  • C. Pelvis
  • D. Urinary Bladder

Explanation: Explanation:The central cavity of the kidney is known as the renal pelvis.

Correct answer: Pelvis