Synovial membranes - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

what are the parts of a long bone? - epiphysis and diaphysis What is the epiphysis? - end of a long bone that articulates (forms a joint) with another bone. What is the diaphysis? - shaft of a long bone What is the medullary cavity? - hollow chamber in diaphysis. marrow fills this cavity What is the periosteum? - a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enclosing a bone what is compact bone? - wall of the diaphysis mainly composed of tightly packed tissue what is spongy bone...

NTA NTP 12: Immune System exam questions and answers Immune System (Parts & Function): Integumentary System -Correct Answer-Provides physical barriers and non-specific innate immunity: 1. Cutaneous membranes: cover and protect exterior surfaces of body 2. Mucous membranes: line and protect body cavities and organs 3. Serous membranes: surround and protect organs 4. Synovial membranes: line and protect joints 5. Adipose tissue: communicates metabolic state of body to immune system via hormo...

BIO235 Final exam questions - CH 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29. Actual Exam Questions Included. Updated 2024. Which of the following terms identifies the anatomical region found between the lungs that extends from the sternum to the vertebral column and from the first rib to the diaphragm? a) Epicardium b) Abdominal cavity c) Pericardium d) Mediastinum e) Thoracic cavity d) Mediastinum The membrane that surrounds and protects the heart is called the a) pericardium. b) p...

Immune System (Parts & Function): Integumentary System - ANSWER-Provides physical barriers and non-specific innate immunity: 1. Cutaneous membranes: cover and protect exterior surfaces of body 2. Mucous membranes: line and protect body cavities and organs 3. Serous membranes: surround and protect organs 4. Synovial membranes: line and protect joints 5. Adipose tissue: communicates metabolic state of body to immune system via hormones called adipokines, which in turn control immune cell acti...

the molecule that stores oxygen in skeletal muscle myoglobin the neurotransmitter released at the neuromuscular juntion acetylcholine an immovable joint found only between skull bones suture a movement which results in the arms being moved away from the body laterally abduction which of the following does not characterize a synovial joint a joint cavity filled with fibrous tissue a slightly movable joint composed of a bar of cartilage symphysis articulations permitting only slight degrees...

Anatomy Chapter 4 Mrs. OSerous membrane - correct answer Peritoneum, pericardium, and pleura are examples of this type of membrane. Mucous membrane - correct answer Type of membrane that lines open body cavities. Mucous membrane - correct answer Type of membrane adapted for absorption or secretion. cutaneous membrane - correct answer Type of membrane that forms the skin. Serous membrane - correct answer Type of membrane that contains a visceral and a parietal layer. Serous membran...

Function of body membranes - 1. Line or cover body surfaces 2. Protect body surfaces 3. Lubricate body surfaces Epithelial membranes - Cutaneous, Serous and Mucous membranes Connective tissue membrane - synovial membrane Cutaneous Membrane (skin layer) - A dry membrane and outermost protective boundary What the cutaneous membrane is composed of - Superficial epidermis, keratinized stratified squamous epithelium. Keratin - protein; tough and waterproof

1st Class Lever - Fulcrum located between R and F R & F in the same direction F + R=Fulcrum MA depends on the location of the fulcrum MA=1 *Atlanto-occipital joint 2nd Class Lever - F<R Advantageous in terms of force (MA>1) Most levers used in daily life *Ankle in tiptoeing 3rd Class Lever - F>R Disadvantage in terms of force (MA<1) Majority of the human body joints (95%) Advantage in displacement and speed and the main source of human mobility *Elbow in lifting 6 join...

LRA 219 Questions and Answers Already Passed How many tarsal bones are found in the foot? a. 7 b. 14 c. 5 d. 26 7 Which metatarsal bone of the foot has a prominent tuberosity frequently fractured? a. First b. Third c. Fourth d. Fifth Fifth Which term describes the top or anterior surface of the foot? a. Palmar b. Dorsum c. Volar d. Plantar Dorsum Where would the interphalangeal joint be found in the foot? a. Between the phalanges of the second through the fifth digits b. Between the tarsal b...

Body fluid is located in two compartments. What are the two compartments? correct answers intracellular fluid and extracellular fluid Intracellular fluid makes up what percentage of total body water? correct answers 70% Extracellular Fluid makes up what percentage of total body water? correct answers 30% Extracellular fluid consists of... correct answers intravascular fluid interstitial fluid transcellular fluid Intravascular Fluid correct answers plasma (liquid component of blood...