A&P Basics    Biol 2404                    Lab quiz: Skeletal                   Dr. Weis

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Each question is worth 0.5 points, unless otherwise indicated

1. Name four functions of the skeletal system.

2. Name the location and function of hyaline cartilage

3. Describe the structure and function of a vertebral disc.

4. Name four cranial bones and their function.

5. Name four bone shapes and an example of each type.  (1 point)

6. Define ossification.

7. Describe the histology of compact bone

8. Name two hormones that affect bone and their function. (1 point)

9. Name the regions of the vertebral column and the function of vertebra

10. Name four facial bones and their function.

11. Compare the bones of the upper arm and the bones of the upper leg.

12. Compare the bones of the wrist and the bones of the tarsus

13. Define sinus and give the bones involved with the paranasal sinuses.

14. Define joint, give the three anatomical types, and an example of each. (1.5 points)

15. Name a Synovial joint, the bones involved, and its movement.

16. Define the following medical term: osteoarthritis.

Extra Credit

Name two major salts found in bone and give their function.