Rasmussen MA278/BSC2346 Module 5 Midterm Exam Latest

Question 

Question 1

Wolff’s law of bone states that bone density is directly related to the dietary ingestion of calcium. 

True

False

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding osteoporosis? 

It is loss of density of the matrix in spongy bone only

It is most commonly diagnosed in pre-menopausal women

Vitamin D plays an important role in its prevention

Vertebrae and femoral neck fractures are a common complication in males only

Question 3

Osmosis is the movement of random molecules from a low to high concentration across a selectively permeable membrane. 

True

False

Question 4

Acetylcholine molecules must bind to troponin in order for the muscle contraction process to occur. 

True

False

Question 5

Which statement is true of the glenohumeral (shoulder) joint? 

The glenoid cavity can be found on the clavicle

The bones of the shoulder joint include the humerus, scapula and sternum

The shoulder is among the most stable joints in the body

The SITS muscle tendons help stabilize the shoulder joint