Chapter 08 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Chapter 08 Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 14th edition by Gerard J Tortora

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

1) This is the anterior bone that articulates with the manubrium of the sternum at the sternoclavicular joint.

1. a) Scapula
2. b) Clavicle
3. c) Xiphoid
4. d) Rib
5. e) Thoracic vertebra

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 8.1 Identify the structural components of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle.

Study Objective 2: SO 8.1.2 Describe the location and surface features of the clavicle.

Section Reference 1: Exhibit 8.A Pectoral Girdle—Clavicle

2) Which of the following bones articulates with the scapula?

1. a) Thoracic vertebra
2. b) Humerus
3. c) Sacrum
4. d) Tibia
5. e) Sternum

Answer: b

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 8.1 Identify the structural components of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle.

Study Objective 2: SO 8.1.3 Describe the location and surface features of the scapula.

Section Reference 1: Exhibit 8.B Pectoral Girdle—Scapula

3) Why does a fracture of the clavicle usually occur in the mid-region of the bone?

1. a) Due to the medial pressure from the inflated lungs
2. b) Due to the ligament-reinforced strength of the acromial joint
3. c) Due to weakness at the junction of the two curves of clavicle
4. d) Due to position of the clavicle relative to the humerus
5. e) Due to fusion of the ends of the clavicle to the sternum and scapula

Answer: c

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 8.1 Identify the structural components of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle.

Study Objective 2: SO 8.1.2 Describe the location and surface features of the clavicle.

Section Reference 1: Exhibit 8.A Pectoral Girdle—Clavicle

4) Which part of the clavicle articulates with the manubrium?

1. a) A
2. b) B
3. c) C
4. d) D
5. e) None of these choices are correct.

Answer: d

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 8.1 Identify the structural components of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle.

Study Objective 2: SO 8.1.2 Describe the location and surface features of the clavicle.

Section Reference 1: Exhibit 8.A Pectoral Girdle—Clavicle

5) Which is the only part of the clavicle that articulates with the scapula?

1. a) A
2. b) B
3. c) C
4. d) D
5. e) None of these choices are correct.

Answer: a

Difficulty: Medium

Study Objective 1: SO 8.1 Identify the structural components of the pectoral (shoulder) girdle.

Study Objective 2: SO 8.1.2 Describe the location and surface features of the clavicle.

Section Reference 1: Exhibit 8.A Pectoral Girdle—Clavicle