Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomy & Physiology Study Guide

9.7 Chapter Nine Practice Exam 1.

A synarthrosis located between the bones of the skull is a _______________. a. Symphysis b. Syndesmosis c. Synchondrosis d. The articulation between adjacent vertebral bodies is a ________________. a. Syndesmosis b. Symphysis c. Synchondrosis d. The anterior articulation between the two pubic bones is a ____________. a. Synchondrosis b. Joints typically formed at the union of the epiphysis of articulating long bones are ______________________. a. Synarthroses b. Amphiarthroses c. Diarthroses d. The function of the articular cartilage is ______________________. a. To reduce friction b. To prevent bony surfaces from contacting one another c. To provide lubrication d. Both A and B

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Which of the following is not a function of synovial fluid? a. Shock absorption b. Nutrient distribution c. Maintenance of ionic balance d. Lubrication of the articular surfaces e. The structures that limit the range of motion of a joint and provide mechanical support across or around the joint are _________________. a. Bursae b. A partial dislocation of an articulating surface is a _____________. a. Circumduction b. Hyperextension c. Subluxation d. Abduction and adduction always refer to movements of the __________. a. Axial skeleton b. Appendicular skeleton c. Skull d. Rotation of the forearm that makes the palm face posteriorly is ________. a. Supination b. Pronation c. Proliferation d. Projection Answer key found on page 366.

Suture 2. Synostosis 3. Synostosis c. Symphysis d. Synarthrosis 4. Symphyses 5.

Waste disposal 7. Tendons c. Menisci d. A, B, and C 8. Supination 9. Vertebral column 10.

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