Exam 6: The Skeletal System

The suture that forms the articulation of the parietal bone with the temporal bone is the ________ suture.

Red bone marrow functions in the formation of

The ________ ligaments of the knee cross each other as they attach the tibia to the femur.

Which structural feature of the upper limb marks the attachment site of the biceps brachii muscle, a flexor of the forearm?

Which structural feature(s) of the knee function(s) in limiting the anterior and posterior movement of the femur?

The ________ of the humerus establishes the lateral contour of the shoulder.

Figure 6-1 The Structure of a Long Bone Use Figure 6-1 to identify the labeled part. -Structure A is the

The jugular notch is a structural feature of the

The bony compartment that supports the brain is called the

In anatomical position, when the palm is moved to face posteriorly, the movement of the wrist and hand is called

Figure 6-2 Adult Skull (Lateral View) Use Figure 6-2 to identify the labeled part. -Structure F is the

The ribs articulate with the

Which of the following is found only in compact bone?

The hormone calcitonin functions to

Figure 6-2 Adult Skull (Lateral View) Use Figure 6-2 to identify the labeled part. -Structure A is a

Which feature of the ethmoid bone contributes to the nasal septum?

Figure 6-4 Synovial Joint (Sagittal Section) Use Figure 6-4 to identify the labeled part. -Structure F is

Figure 6-1 The Structure of a Long Bone Use Figure 6-1 to identify the labeled part. -Rickets is a condition marked by a softening and bending of bones that occurs in growing children, as a result of ________ deficiency.

Which of the following curves develops as a child begins to stand and walk?

A primary function of the skeletal system is