This is the outermost layer of connective tissue surrounding a skeletal muscle.
a) tendon
b) ligament
c) endomysium
d) epimysium
e) perimysium
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Question 2) The joint between the first rib and the manubrium of the sternum is classified as
a) a synchondrosis.
b) a synarthrosis.
c) a cartilaginous joint.
d) All of these choices.
e) None of these choices.
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Question 3) Which of the following two minerals are needed in large quantities when bones are growing?
a) calcium and chlorine
b) magnesium and sulfur
c) calcium and phosphorous
d) manganese and sulfur
e) potassium and phosphorous
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Question 4) Which of the following statements is TRUE with regard to the human hand?
a) There are 5 carpals, 8 metacarpals and 14 phalanges.
b) There are 8 carpals, 6 metacarpals and 14 phalanges
c) There are 8 carpals, 5 metacarpals and 15 phalanges
d) There are 8 carpals, 5 metacarpals and 14 phalanges
e) There are 5 carpals, 8 metacarpals and 14 phalanges
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Question 5) The attachment of a muscle's tendon to the stationary bone is called the _____; the attachment of the muscle's other tendon to the movable bone is called the _____.
a) origin, action
b) insertion, action
c) origin, insertion
d) insertion, origin
e) insertion, action
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Question 6) Which of the following statements is NOT true with regard to bones of the skull?
a) Some skull bones are covered with a mucous membrane.
b) The only movable bone in the skull is the mandible.
c) The bones of the skull contain foramina but no fissures.
d) The facial bones provide support for the entrance of the digestive system.
e) Some bones of the skull contain sinus cavities.
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Question 7) The epiphyseal plate in a long bone is an example of which type of joint?
a) Gomphosis
b) Suture
c) Symphysis
d) Synovial
e) Synchondrosis
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Question 8) In an isometric contraction the muscle develops tension but does not
a) lengthen.
b) widen.
c) does not expend energy.
d) conduct electrical current.
e) exhibit elasticity.
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Question 9) Briefly describe the steps in bone resorption.
What will be an ideal response
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Question 10) Which of the following bone markings on the scapula is an indentation into which the head of the humerus fits?
a) Coracoid process
b) Glenoid cavity
c) Acromion
d) Scapular notch
e) Supraspinous fossa
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