Skelatal System

Question 1

Which gel-like substance helps to lubricate the movement of joints?

Answer 1

Synovial fluid

Question 2

Which two bones connect at the shoulder?

Answer 2

Scapula and humerus

Question 3

What types of bones, such as carpals, are designed for strength and weight bearing?

Answer 3

Short bones

Question 4

In which part of a bone are blood cells produced?

Answer 4

Bone marrow

Question 5

Which function of the skeleton is most relevant during a powerful tackle in rugby?

Answer 5

Protection

Question 6

Which type of connective tissue helps to stabilise the ankle joint during the dynamic movements of a badminton match?

Answer 6

Ligaments

Question 7

Which of the folowing joints is an example of a hinge joint?

Answer 7

Ankle

Question 8

Which kind of joint movement describes the movement of a limb in a circle around a fixed point such as the action of the hip in a golf drive?

Answer 8

Rotation

Question 9

Which of these movements only occurs at the ankle?

Answer 9

Plantar flexion

Question 10

Which type of joint allows for flexion, extension, abduction and adduction?

Answer 10

Ball and socket