DAILY PRACTICE PROBLEM
Skeletal System
1. Haversian canal situated into : 8. Which of the following is not part of the axial
(1) Bone skeleton?
(2) Brain (1) Femur
(3) Lungs (2) Sternum
(4) Kidney (3) Mandible
2. Which of the following is known as bone forming (4) Sacrum
cells? 9. Among the following, the bone that belongs to the
(1) Fibrinoblasts axial skeleton is :
(2) Osteocytes (1) Patella
(3) Osteoclasts (2) Humerus
(4) Osteoblasts (3) Hyoid
3. The spongy bones are called as : (4) Tarsals
(1) Cancellous 10. New born skeleton is made up bone of :
(2) Endosteum (1) 201
(3) Cortical (2) 206
(4) Ostones (3) 208
4. Site of growth in the length of a long bone is : (4) 300
(1) Diaphysis 11. The expanded ends of a long bone are called :
(2) Periosteum (1) Epicondyle
(3) Epiphyseal plate (2) Epiphyses
(4) Bone marrow (3) Tubercle
5. Human skeleton is made of a total bone of? (4) Diaphysis
(1) 201 12. The lateral S-shaped curvature of the spine is called
(2) 206 (1) Kyphosis
(3) 198 (2) Scoliosis
(4) 105 (3) Lordosis
6. How many bones are there in the lower extremities in (4) Musculosis
a normal adult? 13. Exaggerated convexity in thoracic region is called :
(1) 60 (1) Kyphosis
(2) 64 (2) Lordosis
(3) 58 (3) Myelitis
(4) 62 (4) Scoliosis
7. Axial skeleton consists of : 14. Which deformity of the spine presents as an increased
(1) 40 roundness of thoracic curve?
(2) 80 (1) Lordosis
(3) 100 (2) Kyphosis
(4) 126 (3) Scoliosis
(4) Osteomyelitis
15. Sway back appearance is seen in a child with : (2) Phalanges
(1) Talipes (3) Metacarpals
(2) Scoliosis (4) Xiphisternum
(3) Lordosis 24. Sella Turcica is a part of :
(4) Kyphosis (1) Ethmoid
16. The nurse working in geriatric unit often hears from (2) parietal
clients that they become shorter as they grow older. (3) Palatine
Which of the following factor is responsible this
(4) Sphenoid
shortness?
25. At which point humerus joins scapula :
(1) Contractures
(1) Acetabulum
(2) Bone degeneration in the legs
(2) Glenoid
(3) Hyperextension of the cervical spine
(3) Popliteal fossa
(4) Water loss from the IVD of spine
(4) Coronoid fossa
17. Skull consists how many bones :
26. The bone that has acromion process and coracoids
(1) 14
process is :
(2) 22
(1) Clavicle
(3) 12
(2) Scapula
(4) 8
(3) Humerus
18. How many bones makes up a newborn skull?
(4) Sternum
(1) 8
27. Winging of scapula is caused due to injury to which
(2) 4 of the following parts?
(3) 6 (1) Dorsal scapular nerve
(4) 5 (2) Ulnar nerve
19. Movable bone in the skull is : (3) Long thoracic nerve of Bell
(1) Maxilla (2) Mandible (4) Thoraco dorsal nerve
(3) Nasal bone (4) None of these 28. The recommended site for X-ray for bone age
20. The strongest and largest bone of the face is : determination of 11–12 year child is :
(1) Maxilla (1) Elbow and hip
(2) Frontal bone (2) Foot and ankle
(3) Mandible (3) Shoulder
(4) Occipital bone (4) Hands and wrist
21. The bone that protect the brain is called as : 29. An opening in the bone through which blood vessels,
(1) Sternum nerves and ligaments pass is called :
(2) Cranium (1) Foramen
(3) Clavicle (2) Fossae
(4) Pelvis (3) Antrum
22. Which of the following bone has a shape like that of (4) Sulcus
a bat ? 30. All the following are types of bones except :
(1) Ethmoid bone (1) Long bones
(2) Sphenoid bone (2) Short bones
(3) Temporal bone (3) Flat bones
(4) Parietal bone (4) Regular bones
23. The smallest bone of human body is :
(1) Stapes
Answer Key
1. (1) 16. (4)
2. (4) 17. (2)
3. (1) 18. (1)
4. (3) 19. (2)
5. (2) 20. (3)
6. (1) 21. (2)
7. (2) 22. (2)
8. (1) 23. (1)
9. (3) 24. (4)
10. (4) 25. (2)
11. (2) 26. (2)
12. (2) 27. (3)
13. (1) 28. (4)
14. (2) 29. (1)
15. (3) 30. (4)
Hints & Solutions
Skeletal System
1. Correct Answer: (1) Bone
Explanation: Haversian canals, also known as osteons, are structures found in compact bone tissue. They contain
blood vessels and nerves and are surrounded by concentric layers of bone matrix called lamellae. Therefore, they
are situated within bone tissue.
2. Correct Answer: (4) Osteoblasts
Explanation: Osteoblasts are cells responsible for bone formation. They secrete collagen and other proteins that
form the organic matrix of bone and initiate mineralization. As they become surrounded by bone matrix, they
differentiate into osteocytes.
3. Correct Answer: (1) Cancellous
Explanation: Spongy bones, also known as trabecular or cancellous bone, have a porous, honeycomb-like
structure. They are found at the ends of long bones and within the interior of flat bones. The term "cancellous"
refers to the lattice-like appearance of this type of bone.
4. Correct Answer: (3) Epiphyseal plate
Explanation: The epiphyseal plate, also known as the growth plate, is a layer of hyaline cartilage located at the
ends of long bones in children and adolescents. It is the site where longitudinal growth occurs by the proliferation
of cartilage cells, which are eventually replaced by bone tissue.
5. Correct Answer: (2) 206
Explanation: The adult human skeleton typically consists of 206 bones, including bones of the axial skeleton (skull,
vertebral column, and ribcage) and the appendicular skeleton (bones of the limbs and girdles).
6. Correct Answer: (1) 60
Explanation: Each lower extremity in a normal adult consists of 60 bones, including the bones of the pelvis (hip
bones), femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsal bones, metatarsal bones, and phalanges.
7. Correct Answer: (2) 80
Explanation: The axial skeleton comprises 80 bones in total, including the skull, vertebral column, and thoracic
cage (ribs and sternum). Therefore, the correct number of bones in the axial skeleton is 80.
8. Correct Answer: (1) Femur
Explanation: The femur is a bone of the appendicular skeleton, not the axial skeleton. The axial skeleton consists
of bones along the body's central axis, including the skull, vertebral column, and thoracic cage.
9. Correct Answer: (3) Hyoid
Explanation: The hyoid bone is a U-shaped bone located in the neck between the mandible and the larynx. It is
considered part of the axial skeleton because it is situated along the body's central axis.
10. Correct Answer: (4) 300
Explanation: The newborn skeleton typically consists of around 300 bones, but many of these bones fuse together
as the individual grows, resulting in the adult skeleton with 206 bones.
11. Correct Answer: (2) Epiphyses
Explanation: The epiphyses are the expanded ends of long bones, composed mainly of spongy bone covered by a
layer of compact bone. They contribute to the length and articulation of the bone, forming joints with other bones.
12. Correct Answer: (2) Scoliosis
Explanation: Scoliosis is a condition characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine, often resembling
an "S" or "C" shape when viewed from the back. It can occur in various regions of the spine and may result from
congenital, neuromuscular, or idiopathic causes.
13. Correct Answer: (1) Kyphosis
Explanation: Kyphosis refers to an exaggerated outward curvature of the thoracic spine, causing a rounded or
hunched back appearance. It can be caused by conditions such as osteoporosis, vertebral compression fractures,
or poor posture.
14. Correct Answer: (2) Kyphosis
Explanation: Kyphosis is characterized by an increased forward curvature of the thoracic spine, leading to a
rounded or hunched appearance of the upper back. This deformity is commonly associated with conditions such
as osteoporosis or Scheuermann's disease.
15. Correct Answer: (3) Lordosis
Explanation: Lordosis refers to an exaggerated inward curvature of the lumbar spine, causing the lower back to
arch excessively. In children, a swayback appearance may be observed due to lordosis, often associated with weak
abdominal muscles or other postural issues.
16. Correct Answer: (4) Water loss from the intervertebral discs (IVD) of the spine
Explanation: With aging, the intervertebral discs lose water content and elasticity, leading to compression and
decreased height of the spine. This contributes to the phenomenon of height loss commonly observed in elderly
individuals.
17. Correct Answer: (2) 22
Explanation: The skull consists of 22 bones, including 8 cranial bones and 14 facial bones. These bones protect
the brain, support sensory organs, and provide attachment points for muscles.
18. Correct Answer: (1) 8
Explanation: The newborn skull comprises 8 bones, which are separated by fontanelles (soft spots) that allow for
skull compression during childbirth and facilitate brain growth in infancy.
19. Correct Answer: (2) Mandible
Explanation: The mandible, or lower jawbone, is the only movable bone in the skull. It articulates with the
temporal bones of the skull to form the temporomandibular joints, allowing for movements such as chewing and
speaking.
20. Correct Answer: (3) Mandible
Explanation: The mandible, or lower jawbone, is the strongest and largest bone of the face. It supports the lower
teeth and provides attachment for muscles involved in chewing and facial expression.
21. Correct Answer: (2) Cranium
Explanation: The cranium, or skullcap, is the bony structure that encloses and protects the brain. It consists of
several bones, including the frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital, sphenoid, and ethmoid bones.
22. Correct Answer: (2) Sphenoid bone
Explanation: The sphenoid bone has a shape resembling that of a bat with its wings extended. It is a complex bone
situated at the base of the skull, contributing to the formation of the orbits, nasal cavity, and cranial floor.
23. Correct Answer: (1) Stapes
Explanation: The stapes, also known as the stirrup bone, is the smallest bone in the human body. It is located in
the middle ear and plays a crucial role in transmitting sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.
24. Correct Answer: (4) Sphenoid
Explanation: The sella turcica is a saddle-shaped depression in the sphenoid bone, located within the middle
cranial fossa. It houses the pituitary gland (hypophysis) and is important for protecting and supporting this gland.
25. Correct Answer: (2) Glenoid
Explanation: The humerus articulates with the scapula at the glenoid cavity, also known as the glenoid fossa. This
shallow, concave surface of the scapula forms the socket of the shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint).
26. Correct Answer: (2) Scapula
Explanation: The scapula, or shoulder blade, has both the acromion process and the coracoid process. These bony
projections provide attachment sites for muscles and ligaments of the shoulder complex.
27. Correct Answer: (3) Long thoracic nerve of Bell
Explanation: Winging of the scapula refers to an abnormal protrusion or prominence of the scapula away from
the thoracic wall. It can occur due to injury or dysfunction of the long thoracic nerve of Bell, which innervates the
serratus anterior muscle responsible for stabilizing the scapula against the rib cage.
28. Correct Answer: (4) Hands and wrist
Explanation: The hand and wrist are commonly used for X-ray imaging to determine bone age in pediatric patients.
This area contains multiple growth plates that can be assessed to estimate skeletal maturity and predict future
growth potential.
29. Correct Answer: (1) Foramen
Explanation: A foramen is an opening or passage in a bone that allows for the transmission of blood vessels,
nerves, and ligaments. These structures pass through the foramina to reach various regions of the body.
30. Correct Answer: (4) Regular bones
Explanation: The term "regular bones" is not a recognized classification of bones. Instead, bones are typically
categorized into four main types: long bones, short bones, flat bones, and irregular bones, based on their shape
and structure.
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