Chapter 9 - Joints

Question 1

A slightly movable joint is a(n)
-amphiarthrosis.
-diarthrosis.
-synarthrosis.
-gomphosis.
-synostosis.

Answer 1

amphiarthrosis

Question 2

A suture is an example of a(n)
-amphiarthrosis.
-synarthrosis.
-symphysis.
-diarthrosis.
-syndesmosis.

Answer 2

synarthrosis

Question 3

A synovial joint is an example of a(n)
-symphysis.
-amphiarthrosis.
-synarthrosis.
-syndesmosis.
-diarthrosis.

Answer 3

diarthrosis

Question 4

All of the following are structural classifications of synovial joints, except
-gliding.
-saddle.
-rolling.
-pivot.
-hinge.

Answer 4

rolling

Question 5

An immovable joint is a(n)
-amphiarthrosis.
-diarthrosis.
-symphysis.
-syndesmosis.
-synarthrosis.

Answer 5

synarthrosis

Question 6

Joints in which the bones are closely fitted are
-synovial joints.
-joints in the limbs that function for locomotion.
-strong and free-moving joints.
-strong joints with restricted movement.
-weak joints with restricted movement.

Answer 6

strong joints with restricted movement.

Question 7

The ankle joint is an example of a(n) ________ joint.
-saddle
-hinge
-ball-and-socket
-condylar
-gliding

Answer 7

hinge

Question 8

The elbow joint is extremely stable because
-the ulna and humerus interlock.
-the capsule lacks ligaments.
-the articular capsule is thin.
-several muscles support the joint capsule.
-the joint lacks bursae.

Answer 8

the ulna and humerus interlock.

Question 9

The intervertebral disc joint is called a
-glide joint.
-synchondrosis.
-synarthrosis.
-symphysis.
-condylar joint.

Answer 9

glide joint.

Question 10

The joint between the carpals is a/an ________ joint.
-pivot
-hinge
-gliding
-condylar
-amphiarthrosis

Answer 10

gliding

Question 11

The joint between the trapezium and metacarpal bone of the thumb is an example of a(n) ________ joint.
-gliding
-saddle
-pivot
-condylar
-hinge

Answer 11

saddle

Question 12

The knuckle joint is classified as a ________ joint.
-glide
-pivot
-condylar
-hinge
-saddle

Answer 12

condylar

Question 13

To pinch with a thumb and finger involves a movement called
-opposition.
-eversion.
-retraction.
-rotation.
-circumduction.

Answer 13

opposition.

Question 14

Which foot movement enables the ballerina to stand on her toes?
-inversion
-rotation
-eversion
-dorsiflexion
-plantar flexion

Answer 14

plantar flexion

Question 15

Which of the following is not a function of synovial fluid?
-increases osmotic pressure within joint
-lubrication
-protects articular cartilages
-provides nutrients
-shock absorption

Answer 15

increases osmotic pressure within joint

Question 16

Which of the following movements is a good example of abduction?
-opening the mouth
-moving the hand toward the shoulder
-extreme bending of the head backwards
-spreading the fingers
-turning the hand palm upward

Answer 16

spreading the fingers

Question 17

Which of the following occurs when the articular cartilage is damaged?
-Normal synovial joint function is unable to continue.
-The exposed surface changes to a rough feltwork.
-The matrix begins to break down.
-Friction in the joint increases.
-All of the answers are correct.

Answer 17

All of the answers are correct.

Question 18

Which of the following types of joints is monaxial, but capable of only rotation?
-gliding
-saddle
-hinge
-pivot
-ball-and-socket

Answer 18

pivot

Question 19

The surface of articular cartilage is
-rough.
-smooth.
-flat.
-both slick and smooth.
-slick.

Answer 19

both slick and smooth.

Question 20

The joint between adjacent vertebrae that includes an invertebral disc is classified as which type of joint?

Answer 20

Amphiarthrosis
Cartilaginous
Symphysis