Support and Locomotion in Humans and Animals

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Support and Locomotion in Humans and Animals — sample Biology questions with answers

1. Question 1

   What type of joint is found at the human elbow?

   • ASaddle joint
   • BHinge joint
   • CBall and socket joint
   • DPivot joint

   Answer: B. Hinge joint

   The elbow is a hinge joint that allows only flexion and extension movements.

2. Question 2

   A pair of muscles that produce opposite movements is known as

   • AAntagonistic muscles
   • BSynergistic muscles
   • CFlexor muscles
   • DExtensor muscles

   Answer: A. Antagonistic muscles

   Antagonistic muscles act in opposition, for example biceps and triceps.

3. Question 3

   Which of the following is NOT a function of the human skeleton?

   • ASupports the body
   • BProtects internal organs
   • CProduces red blood cells
   • DDigests food

   Answer: D. Digests food

   Digestion of food is carried out by the digestive system, not the skeleton.

4. Question 4

   Which bone is included in the axial skeleton?

   • AFemur
   • BRib
   • CHumerus
   • DRadius

   Answer: B. Rib

   The axial skeleton consists of the skull, vertebral column, and ribs. Femur, humerus, radius are appendicular skeleton.

5. Question 5

   What type of tissue connects muscle to bone?

   • ATendon
   • BLigament
   • CCartilage
   • DBone cartilage

   Answer: A. Tendon

   Tendon connects muscle to bone, while ligament connects bone to bone.