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18 Cards in this Set
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The anterior junction of the coxal (hip) bones is called the __________. |
pubic symphysis |
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Articulations are classified according to _________ or _________. |
function or structure |
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The glenoid cavity is on the _______ side of the scapula. |
lateral |
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Which bone articulates with all other cranial bones? |
sphenoid bone |
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The shaft of a long bone is called the __________. |
diaphysis |
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The hardness of bone is due to ___________. |
inorganic calcium salt deposits |
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In a cross section of compact bone, where are osteocytes found? |
lacunae |
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In the human anatomical position, which forearm bone is in the most lateral position? |
radius |
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When you rest your hands on your hips, you are actually palpating the ________. |
iliac crests |
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A distinguishing feature of a cartilaginous joint is ___________. |
the presence of a layer or plate of cartilage joining the articulating bones |
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Where can the hyoid bone be palpated? |
beneath the chin |
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When you feel the bulge of the lateral malleolus, which bone are you palpating? |
fibula |
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The olecranon fossa is on the __________ side of the humerus. |
posterior |
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The region of the sternum that articulates with the greatest number of ribs is the _________. |
body |
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The knee (tibiofemoral) is a hinge joint, whereas the hip is a ______________ joint. |
ball-and-socket |
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How many bones form the arm and forearm? |
3 |
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The shoulder is a good example of a _______ joint. |
multiaxial |
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The temporomandibular joint can be palpated by placing a finger ___________. |
just anterior to the ear |