Chapter 3

Question 1

The related combining form for cartilage is:

a. chondr/o
b. arthr/o
c. oss/e
d. burs/o

Answer 1

a. chondr/o

Question 2

Compact bone is also known as:

a. cancellous bone
b. periosteum
c. cortical bone
d. endosteum

Answer 2

c. cortical bone

Question 3

Diaphysis is:

a. cartilage found in some joints
b. spongy bone
c. shaft of a short bone
d. shaft of a long bone

Answer 3

d. shaft of a long bone

Question 4

True or false: fibrous joints which consist of inflexible layers of dense connective tissue hold the bones tightly together.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

True or false: The spinal column protects the bottom of the feet from bee stings.

Answer 5

False- it protects the spinal cord and supports the head and body

Question 6

The acetabulum is commonly known as the:

a. femur
b. hip socket
c. ilium
d. tarsal bone

Answer 6

b. hip socket