08_Tissue Biomechanics

_________ tendons act as efficient springs in fast bouncing movements.

• long

• short

• thick

• thin

Cortical bone is _______ and _______ than spongy bone.

• stronger; less stiff

• stronger; stiffer

• weaker; less stiff

• weaker; stiffer

What is true for bone to resorption to occur?

• higher levels of stress than normal

• normal levels of stress

• lower levels of stress than normal

• none of the listed

Which sport promotes the greatest bone mineral density?

• running

• swimming

• gymnastics

• cycling

Which of the following is true for ligaments? Select all that apply.

• collagen fibers arranged in multiple directions

• collagen fibers arranged in one direction

• primarily stabilize the joint

• withstand stresses in multiple directions

• most resistant to compression

Dream vacation?

• On a beach

• Hiking in the mountains

• Exploring a new city

• On the couch with a book/watching tv