osteoclast activity decreases
growth hormone activity increases
calcitonin secretion increases
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Question 4
3 pts
The axial skeleton contains bones that form the ____.
Group of answer choices
skull, rib cage, and vertebral column
chest and arms
vertebral column and legs
rib cage and legs
shoulder and arms
thick bones
strong ligaments
designed for wide range of movements
attaches legs to axial skeleton
weight bearing stress
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Question 8
3 pts
The portion of the skeleton that includes bones of the limbs, shoulder and hips
is classified as the ____.
Group of answer choices
axial skeleton
cranial skeleton
girdle skeleton
appendicular skeleton
vertical skeleton
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Question 9
3 pts
The bones of the pectoral girdle are arranged ____.
Group of answer choices
for weight bearing
to minimize structural damage during movements
to maximize movements
to maximize stability
to maximize organ protection
Which of the following is an inherited disorder in which skeletal muscle fibers
break down?
Group of answer choices
sclerosis
dystrophy
atrophy
sarcoma
tetanus
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Question 18
3 pts
What is released into the neuromuscular junction to produce a muscle
contraction?
Group of answer choices
insertions
myofibrils
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Question 20
8 pts
What is the name of the area of a long bone which allows for growth? What
hormone does our text say allows this section to continue it's growth? What
time in life do long bones typically stop growing?
p
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Question 21
8 pts
Identify the muscle corresponding to each number (1-6) and briefly describe it’s
function.
Question 23
3 pts
A former basketball player complains of significant right knee pain. After
examination, it is determined that he needs a knee replacement. The most
likely cause of his issue is ____.
Group of answer choices
osteoarthritis
vitamin D deficiency
growth hormone deficiency
rheumatoid arthritis
osteoporosis
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Question 24
3 pts
increased number of mitochondria
increased blood supply
increased supply of myoglobin
increased number of fibers in a motor unit
increased activity of lipoprotein lipase
