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Quiz 7:

1)_fractures occur in the vertebrae subjected to extreme pressure and is often associated with osteoporosis.

2. When classifying bones by shape, small, flat, oddly-shaped bones located between flat bones of the skull are called                                                    bones.
3. Identify the bone structure labeled “E”.
4. A                        fracture occurs at the ankle, and affects the medial malleolus of the distal tibia and the lateral malleolus of the distal fibula.
5. Identify the type of fracture labeled “B” that is characterized by shattering the bone into a multitude of fragments.

6. Marfan's syndrome is a disorder associated with excessive growth in length of limbs and digits, giving the afflicted individual a tall and lanky appearance. What is the clinical term for bone growth in length?

7. Bone is a type of connective tissue, with specialized cells embedded in a matrix. What does the matrix of bone consist of?
8. How is giantism similar to acromegaly?
9. The bone structure labeled “I” is called                            and is found in                       bone.
10. The shape of the bone labeled “D” in the image is classified as a                              bone.
11.                                  disease is a chronic disorder that can result in enlarged misshapen bones due to abnormal bone destruction and regrowth.
12. A rare genetic form of heterotrophic ossification called                           causes ossification of the muscles.
13. What function do phagocytes perform during the bone healing process?
14. A soft callus is primarily comprised of                                      , while a hard callus is mainly comprised of

                           .

15. A variety of endocrine or metabolic problems can result in characteristic skeletal changes. An endocrine disorder called                                                    is cause by an increase in growth hormone after the epiphyseal cartilages close that results in bones of the hands, face, and jaw to get thicker leading to changes physical appearance.