Bone Quiz

Growth of Cartilage from within cartilage is termed

• interstitial growth

• remodeling

• appositional growth

• endochondral growth

A group of concentric rings of bone matrix comprising the structural unit of long bones, is called

• lamella

• lamella
• osteon
• Sharpey's system

Adding new bony matrix to injury sites is known as

• Bone deposition

• bone addition

• Bone sizing

• bone resorption

A disease caused by vitamin D deficiency in children is termed

• osteomalacia

• Pagets's disease

• osteoporosis

• rickets

What is the primary component of skeletal cartilage matrix and why is it important?

• collagen

• Blood

• water

• Calcium

How does cartilage receive nutrients if it is avascular?

• A. Through direct blood flow

• B. By diffusion from the perichondrium

• C. Via nerve endings

• D. Through bone marrow

What is the perichondrium and what role does it play in cartilage?

• A. A type of cartilage

• B. A blood vessel

• C. A dense irregular connective tissue layer that supports and nourishes cartilage

• D. A bone cell

Describe the key characteristics and locations of fibrocartilage.

• A. Contains elastic fibers, found in ear and epiglottis

• B. Contains thick collagen fibers, found in menisci and vertebral discs

• C. Contains fine collagen fibers, found in articular and costal cartilages

• D. Contains mineral deposits, found in bones and marrow

Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal cartilage?

• A. Binding tissues

• B. Cushioning

• C. Producing red blood cells

• D. Supporting and protecting structures

Which type of cartilage is known for its ability to resist compression and tension?

• Fibrocartilage
• Articular cartilage
• Elastic cartilage
• Hyaline cartilage