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MCQs 1:

What cell type possesses the longest cytoplasmic extensions?





Topic: Cell Biology - Cellular Extensions

Correct Answer: B) Osteocytes

Short Hint:

The question pertains to the cellular extensions present in various types of cells.

Among the given options, "osteocytes" have the longest cytoplasmic extensions.

This allows them to communicate and exchange nutrients and waste with other cells, contributing to the maintenance of bone tissue.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "Osteocytes".

Question 2:

Which of the listed bones does not have any joints?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Bone Structures

Correct Answer: D) None

Detailed Hint:

This question focuses on understanding the structural connectivity of bones within the human skeletal system.

Both coxal bone and sternum have joints connecting them to other structures, hence options A and B are incorrect.

Option C is also incorrect as it implies that both coxal bone and sternum lack joints.

The correct answer is D, "None", indicating that all provided bones have connections with other structures.

Question 3:

What percentage of energy expended in muscle contraction is actually used in performing work?





Topic: Physiology - Muscle Contraction

Correct Answer: B) 35%

Detailed Hint:

The question seeks to understand the energy dynamics in muscle contraction.

The percentage of energy used directly in work during muscle contraction is not the majority, eliminating options A and D.

The answer is not close to half, ruling out option C.

Consequently, the correct answer is B, "35%", with the remaining energy contributing to body heat.

Question 4:

Which cells trigger resorption?





Topic: Cell Biology - Tissue Resorption

Correct Answer: B) Osteoclast cells

Detailed Hint:

The question relates to the process of tissue resorption, specifically in the context of bone biology.

Cells of the collecting ducts and cells of the proximal, options A and C respectively, are involved in different physiological processes and not directly in bone resorption.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "Osteoclast cells", which actively participate in breaking down bone tissue during the process of bone resorption.

Question 5:

Which type of joint is exemplified by the hip and shoulder joints?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Joint Types

Correct Answer: D) Ball and socket joint

Detailed Hint:

This question seeks to classify the hip and shoulder joints based on their structural and functional characteristics.

Cartilaginous joints, option A, are connected entirely by cartilage and exhibit little movement, which is not the case for hip and shoulder joints.

Hinge joints, option C, allow movement primarily in one direction, like the elbow and knee, which doesn't fit the flexible nature of hip and shoulder joints.

Thus, the correct answer is D, "Ball and socket joint", which allows a wide range of movement in multiple directions.

Question 6:

Which type of muscle cells are characterized by branched structure, irregular striations, and involuntary control?





Topic: Physiology - Muscle Tissue Types

Correct Answer: C) Cardiac muscle cells

Detailed Hint:

The question pertains to characteristics of different types of muscle cells.

Skeletal muscle cells, option A, are long, cylindrical, and have regular striations, not matching the given characteristics.

Smooth muscle cells, option B, are non-striated and involuntary but are not branched.

Although skeletal muscles and cardiac muscles share some characteristics, option D is incorrect since skeletal muscles are voluntarily controlled and have a regular striation pattern.

Thus, the correct answer is C, "Cardiac muscle cells", that are branched, have irregular striations, and are controlled involuntarily.

Question 7:

What is the primary protein responsible for the A-band in a muscle sarcomere?





Topic: Cell Biology - Muscle Structure

Correct Answer: D) Myosin

Detailed Hint:

The question relates to the structural details of a muscle sarcomere.

Actin, option A, largely makes up the thinner filaments and is associated with the I-band and not the A-band.

Tropomyosin and troponin, options B and C, are regulatory proteins associated with the actin filaments and are not primarily responsible for the A-band.

Thus, the correct answer is D, "Myosin", which forms the thicker filaments and is the primary protein contributing to the A-band of a sarcomere.

Question 8

Who plays a significant role in the process of bone resorption?





Topic: Cell Biology - Bone Resorption

Correct Answer: D) Both A and B

Detailed Hint:

The question investigates knowledge about the bone resorption process. Parathormone (option A) stimulates the release of calcium from large calcium stores (bones) into the bloodstream. Although it plays a part, it doesn't function independently. Option C, Calcitonin, actually inhibits bone resorption and thereby is not a contributor. However, osteoclasts (option B) are the key players directly involved in bone resorption. Consequently, the correct answer is D, "Both A and B," highlighting the roles of both parathormone and osteoclasts in the process of bone resorption.

Question 9

Why is the healing process of cartilage typically slow?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Cartilage

Correct Answer: C) Lack of blood vessels

Detailed Hint:

The question requires an understanding of cartilage structure and physiology. Osteoclasts (option A) are not essential to the healing process of cartilage, ruling it out. Collagen-I (option B) is present in cartilage but its absence doesn't significantly impede the healing process. The correct answer is C, "Lack of blood vessels," as the absence of a direct blood supply contributes to the slow healing process of cartilage.

Question 10

Which cell type exhibits multinucleated structure?





Topic: Cell Biology - Cell Structure

Correct Answer: B) Skeletal muscle cell

Detailed Hint:

The question pertains to the cellular structures of different types of cells. Osteocytes (option A) are mononucleated, which rules them out. Skeletal muscle cells (option B) have multiple nuclei and hence match the description. Thus, the correct answer is B, "Skeletal muscle cell," being a multinucleated cell.

Question 11

What is the typical diameter range of a myofibril measured in micrometers (μm)?





Topic: Cell Biology - Muscle Fiber Structure

Correct Answer: D) None of the above

Detailed Hint:

This question addresses the structural details of muscle cells. Options A, B, and C propose various diameter ranges for a myofibril. However, a typical myofibril has a diameter of 1–2 μm, which falls outside the options provided. Hence, the correct answer is D, "None of the above."

Question 12

How does the sarcoplasmic reticulum of a muscle fiber reaccumulate calcium ions (Ca++)?





Topic: Cell Biology - Muscle Contraction

Correct Answer: A) Active transport

Detailed Hint:

The question pertains to muscle contraction and relaxation mechanisms. Passive transport (option B) and diffusion (option C) are processes that move substances down their concentration gradients and do not require energy. However, reaccumulation of Ca++ by the sarcoplasmic reticulum is an energy-dependent process. Thus, the correct answer is A, "Active transport."

Question 13

What percentage of inorganic salts is found in cartilage?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Cartilage Composition

Correct Answer: B) 65%

Detailed Hint:

The question deals with the composition of cartilage. Options A, B, and C present various percentages of inorganic salts. Cartilage is known for its high inorganic salt content, specifically at around 65%. Therefore, the correct answer is B, "65%."

Question 14

During muscular contraction, with which component does calcium ions (Ca++) typically associate?





Topic: Muscle Physiology - Muscle Contraction

Correct Answer: C) Troponin

Detailed Hint:

This question is related to the process of muscle contraction. Actin (Option A) and Myosin (Option D) are involved in muscle contraction, but calcium ions don't directly associate with them. Although Tropomyosin (Option B) is part of the thin filament of a muscle, it is not the primary binding site for Ca++. Troponin (Option C), on the other hand, is the protein complex where Ca++ binds during muscle contraction. So, the correct answer is C, "Troponin."

Question 15:

What are the boundaries of a sarcomere?





Topic: Cell Biology - Muscle Fiber Structure

Correct Answer: C) Two Z-lines

Detailed Hint:
  • This question is examining your understanding of the structural unit of a myofibril.
  • Options A and B, H-zones and M-lines, are components within a sarcomere, but they do not define its boundaries.
  • The Z-lines (Option C) mark the boundary at each end of a sarcomere.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Two Z-lines".

Question 16:

What type of joint is the hip joint?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Joint Types

Correct Answer: B) Ball and socket joint

Detailed Hint:
  • The question is about identifying the type of joint in the human body.
  • A hinge joint (Option A) allows movement in one plane, which doesn't match the hip's range of motion.
  • Cartilaginous (Option C) and Fibrous joints (Option D) are mostly immovable or slightly movable joints, so they don't fit the hip joint characteristics.
  • The hip is a ball and socket joint (Option B) because it allows for free movement in multiple directions.
  • So, the correct answer is B, "Ball and socket joint".

Question 17:

Identify the incorrectly paired joint and its associated body part.





Topic: Human Anatomy - Types of Joints

Correct Answer: B) Hinge joint - Hip

Detailed Hint:
  • This question requires knowledge of joint types and their locations in the body.
  • A, C, and D options correctly associate joint types with body parts.
  • The hip, however, is not a hinge joint as presented in option B.
  • The hip is a ball and socket joint, allowing multi-directional movement.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is B) "Hinge joint - Hip".

Question 18:

What type of joint are ankle joints?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Types of Joints

Correct Answer: B) Synovial

Detailed Hint:
  • This question is about the classification of joints in the human body.
  • The ankle joint does not fall under the categories of a ball and socket (Option A) or cartilaginous joints (Option D).
  • Although it is a freely movable joint (Option C), the precise category is a synovial joint (Option B).
  • So, the correct answer is B) "Synovial".

Question 19:

What percentage of the organic portion of the bone is composed of collagen?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Bone Composition

Correct Answer: C) 90%

Detailed Hint:
  • This question requires an understanding of the composition of human bones.
  • The organic portion of bone contains collagen and glycoproteins.
  • While all options propose different percentages, collagen makes up the majority of the organic content of bones.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is C) "90%".

Question 20:

Which cells have a significant role in the production of the matrix?





Topic: Cell Biology - Bone Cell Types

Correct Answer: A) Osteoblasts

Detailed Hint:
  • This question is aimed at testing your understanding of bone cells and their roles.
  • Osteocytes (Option B), Osteoclasts (Option C), and Myocytes (Option D) are all important cell types, but they serve roles distinct from matrix production.
  • Osteoblasts (Option A) are the cells primarily responsible for producing the bone matrix.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is A, "Osteoblasts".

Question 21:

Which of the following muscle types is classified as striated?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Muscle Types

Correct Answer: C) Both

Detailed Hint:
  • This question is testing your knowledge of different muscle types.
  • Both skeletal (Option A) and cardiac (Option B) muscles are striated, as they both have a banding pattern under the microscope.
  • Hence, the correct answer is C, "Both".

Question 22:

Which type of cells have lost their bone-forming capabilities?





Topic: Cell Biology - Bone Cell Types

Correct Answer: B) Osteoclast cells

Detailed Hint:

This question is about the functions of different bone cells.

Osteoblast cells (Option A) are the cells responsible for new bone formation, so they haven't lost their bone-forming capabilities.

Osteoclast cells (Option B) are involved in bone resorption, not formation.

Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Osteoclast cells".

Question 23:

Where can you typically find cartilaginous joints?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Types of Joints

Correct Answer: B) At the wrist

Detailed Hint:

This question examines understanding of joint types and their locations in the human body.

Knee (Option A), elbow (Option C), and hip (Option D) joints are not classified as cartilaginous.

Wrist joints (Option B) are primarily cartilaginous, allowing only slight movement.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "At the wrist".

Question 24:

What type of joints are typically found in the wrist?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Types of Joints

Correct Answer: A) Cartilaginous

Detailed Hint:

This question involves the classification of joints in the human body.

Wrist joints do not fall under the categories of fibrous joints (Option B) or synovial joints (Option C).

They are mainly cartilaginous joints (Option A), allowing only some movement.

Hence, the correct answer is A, "Cartilaginous".

Question 25:

In which of the following is Hydroxyapatite crystals typically found?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Cartilage Types

Correct Answer: D) None of the above

Detailed Hint:

This question requires knowledge of the composition of different types of cartilage.

Hydroxyapatite crystals are not typically found in hyaline cartilage (Option A), fibrous cartilage (Option B), or elastic cartilage (Option C).

These crystals are primarily found in bones, not cartilage.

Thus, the correct answer is D, "None of the above".

Question 26:

Which attribute is not applicable to skeletal muscle cells?





Topic: Human Anatomy - Muscle Cell Types

Correct Answer: B) They are branched

Detailed Hint:

This question tests your comprehension of the properties of different muscle cells.

Voluntary control (Option A) and multinucleated nature (Option C) are both features of skeletal muscle cells.

The notion of skeletal muscles being branched (Option B) is incorrect as this characteristic is exclusive to cardiac muscles.

So, the correct answer is B, "They are branched".