Osteology And Syndesmology(Human Anatomy And Physiology ) Questions and answers for exam Preparation

Question 1. Which vertebra has odontoid process?

Atlas
Axis
Cervical
Coccyx

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Axis
Answer: (b).Axis

Question 2. The joint between atlas and axis is _____________

Ball and socket joint
Saddle joint
Pivot joint
Angular joint

Explanation:-

Answer: Option C. -> Pivot joint
Answer: (c).Pivot joint

Question 3. Which of the following is the vestigial bony part of the human skeleton?

Cervical
Cranium
Clavicle
Coccyx

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> Coccyx
Answer: (d).Coccyx

Question 4. The major function of intervertebral discs is to __________

Absorb shock
String the vertebrae together
Prevent injuries
Prevent hypertension

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> Absorb shock
Answer: (a).Absorb shock

Question 5. What is the number of true, false and floating ribs in man?

6, 2, 3
7, 2, 4
6, 3, 4
7, 3, 2

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> 7, 3, 2
Answer: (d).7, 3, 2

Question 6. What is sole bone known as?

Talus
Metatarsals
Tibia
Fibula

Explanation:-

Answer: Option B. -> Metatarsals
Answer: (b).Metatarsals

Question 7. The pelvic girdles of a female are more flexible broader and shallower than those of male.

True
False
May be True or False
Can't say

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> True
Answer: (a).True

Question 8. _______ acts as a shock absorber to cushion when tibia and femur come together.

Disc
Tendon
Ligament
Cartilage

Explanation:-

Answer: Option D. -> Cartilage
Answer: (d).Cartilage

Question 9. Joint of femur with pelvic girdle is _______

Ball and socket
Pivot
Saddle
Hinge

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> Ball and socket
Answer: (a).Ball and socket

Question 10. The total number of bones in lower extremity is ___________

62
63
61
60

Explanation:-

Answer: Option A. -> 62
Answer: (a).62