BMS107 Past Test Questions
Chapter 9, Spring 2011

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1. The term diarthrosis refers to
   1. an immovable joint such as a suture
   2. a slightly movable joint such as a symphysis
   3. a freely movable joint, also known as a synovial joint
   4. any point of contact between two bones
   
   
2. The layers of an articular capsule include
   1. a fibrous layer that holds the bones together and is continuous with the periostea of the bones
   2. a synovial layer that secretes synovial fluid
   3. both of the above
   4. none of the above
   
   
3. Which component of a synovial joint is saturated with synovial fluid?
   1. fibrous layer of articular capsule
   2. articular cartilage of bones
   3. both of the above
   4. none of the above
   
   
4. Which one of the following is not an accurate description of the tibiofemoral ("knee") joint?
   1. medial and lateral menisci limit rotation between femur and tibia
   2. medial and lateral collateral ligaments prevent movement of tibia in coronal plane
   3. anterior cruciate ligament prevents hyperextension of tibia
   4. posterior cruciate ligament prevents excessive anterior movement of tibia in sagittal plane