chapter 15 chapter review choose the appropriate option. q. a division of the skeletal system that...

Chapter 15 Chapter Review

Choose the appropriate option.

Q. A division of the skeletal system

that includes the bones of the skull and face, the vertebrae, and the ribs is called the _____________.

1. axial skeleton

2. appendicular skeleton

3. cartilage

4. ligament


A. A division of the skeletal system that includes the bones of

the skull and face, the vertebrae, and the ribs is called the axial skeleton.

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1. Cartilage

2. A tendon

3. A ligament

4. An appendicular skeleton


Q. __________ is a band of fibrous,

slightly elastic connective tissue that attaches bone to bone.


A. A ligament is a band of fibrous, slightly elastic connective

tissue that attaches bone to bone.


Chapter 15

1. Osteoporosis

2. Scoliosis

3. Repetitive motion injury

4. Hairline fracture

Chapter Review


Q. _______________ is a lateral, or

side-to-side, curvature of the spine.


A. Scoliosis is a lateral, or side-to-side, curvature of the

spine.



1. indigestion

2. heartburn

3. repetitive motion injuries

4. osteoporosis


Q. A condition in which there is a

progressive loss of bone tissue is called ______________.


A. A condition in which there is a progressive loss of bone

tissue is called osteoporosis.



1. smooth muscles

2. skeletal muscles

3. cardiac muscles

4. flexors


Q. The muscles that act on the

lining of passageways in the body and on internal organs are called ____________.


A. The muscles that act on the lining of passageways in the

body and on internal organs are called smooth muscles.



1. hernia

2. extensor

3. muscle tone

4. tendonitis


Q. The natural tension in the fibers

of a muscle is called ______________.


A. The natural tension in the fibers of a muscle is called

muscle tone.



1. cerebellum

2. brain stem

3. neuron

4. cerebrum


Q. The ________ is a stalk of nerve

cells and fibers that connects the spinal cord to the rest of the brain.


A. The brain stem is a stalk of nerve cells and fibers that

connects the spinal cord to the rest of the brain.



1. cerebellum

2. brain stem

3. neurons

4. cerebrum


Q. The second largest part of the

brain is the ______________.


A. The second largest part of the brain is the cerebellum.



1. cerebral palsy

2. quadriplegia

3. epilepsy

4. paraplegia


Q. A disorder of the nervous

system that is characterized by recurrent seizures is ___________.


A. A disorder of the nervous system that is characterized by

recurrent seizures is epilepsy.


Chapter 15

1. Epilepsy

2. Quadriplegia

3. Paraplegia

4. Cerebral palsy

Chapter Review


Q. ________ is a group of

nonprogressive neurological disorders that are the result of damage to the brain before, during, or just after birth.


A. Cerebral palsy is a group of nonprogressive neurological

disorders that are the result of damage to the brain before, during, or just after birth.



Q. Explain how tendons are involved in movement.

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Provide a short answer to the question given below.



A. Tendons attach muscles to bones. Muscles push and pull on

bones, creating movement.


Q. Explain the difference between bursitis and arthritis.




A. Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa. It can result from

overuse or injury. Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint

itself.





Q. What is muscular dystrophy?


A. Muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder that destroys

skeletal muscle.





Q. Identify and describe the three parts of the brain stem.


A. The brain stem consists of the:

1. Medulla oblongata: It connects the spinal cord to the brain and regulates heart and respiratory rates.

2. Pons: It is involved in the regulation of breathing.

3. Midbrain: It controls eye movement and pupil size.





Q. What is quadriplegia? What is paraplegia?


A. Quadriplegia is paralysis of both upper and lower limbs.

Paraplegia affects the lower limbs.



Describe what lifestyle choices you can make to protect your bones and skeletal system from damage or injury.

Discuss the following.


A. Correct! A division of the skeletal system that includes the

bones of the skull and face, the vertebrae, and the ribs is called the axial skeleton.



You have answered the question incorrectly. Go back to try again, or click Next to view the correct answer.


A. Correct! A ligament is a band of fibrous, slightly elastic

connective tissue that attaches bone to bone.



A. Correct! Scoliosis is a lateral, or side-to-side, curvature of

the spine.



A. Correct! A condition in which there is a progressive loss of

bone tissue is called osteoporosis.



A. Correct! The muscles that act on the lining of

passageways in the body and on internal organs are called smooth muscles.



A. Correct! The natural tension in the fibers of a muscle is

called muscle tone.



A. Correct! The brain stem is a stalk of nerve cells and

fibers that connects the spinal cord to the rest of the brain.



A. Correct! The second largest part of the brain is the

cerebellum.



A. Correct! A disorder of the nervous system that is

characterized by recurrent seizures is epilepsy.



A. Correct! Cerebral palsy is a group of nonprogressive

neurological disorders that are the result of damage to the brain before, during, or just after birth.


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