Bones Review

How many bones are in an average adult?

206

At birth, children have approximately how many bones?

405

Which of the following is a long bone in the thigh which can offer some indication of gender?

femur

Which sex is more likely to have a J shape within the subpubic angle?

male

Select the bones which contain teeth.

mandible

How often should X-rays be taken to add to an individuals dental record?

1-3 years

Which of the following is NOT something an anthropological can determine when skeletal remains are found?

bone color

What type of tissue protects bones from hitting and rubbing against each other?

Cartilage

Which of the following is NOT something an anthropological profile would be able to include?

Hair color

Which of the following is the primary focus in the field of forensic anthropology?

Interpreting skeletal remains found on crime scenes

Why should forensic anthropologists reserve soft tissue found on skeletal remains?

It can be tested for DNA

What's the difference between osteoclasts and osteoblasts?

Osteoblasts build up bone, osteoclasts break down bone

What is an indication of defensive wounds?

Sharp force trauma to the hands and forearms

Which of the following is NOT a reason to record and lay out all bones found in anatomical order?

To determine how tall an individual was

Describe the various victim characteristics that can be determined by a Forensic Anthropologist. Your Answer must include at least five (5) characteristics and what they can tell the anthropologist.

a. The gender of the decedent can be determined by the size and shape of various skeletal features, especially those in the pelvis and skull or cranium. b. The method for determining the age of a decedent varies depending on the victim's growth stage. In some cases, the length of certain bones can be compared to a known growth curve. In other cases, the fusion of certain bones can help determine an age range. c. The possible racial ancestry of the decedent can be assessed by the appearance of various cranial features on the skeletal remains. d. The height of the victim when alive can be estimated by measuring the long bones of the skeleton, especially in the lower limbs. e. A forensic anthropologist may also create facial reconstructions to help identify skeletal remains. Facial reconstruction uses the victim's actual cranium and takes into account the estimated age, ancestry, and gender.

When does age range become harder to predict with accuracy due to changes in bone becoming more gradual?

after 25 years of age

Which of the following is a true statement?

animal bones tend to be denser than human bones

Which of the following best describes professionals who study humans by examining language, behaviors and material objects integral to specific cultures?

anthropologists

Facial reconstruction techniques are considered valid by all researchers.

false

Which sex is more likely to have a wider and more flared pelvis?

female

Which of the following joints can show wear which is indicative of aging?

knee joint at the distal ends of the femur

The lack of scientific protocol means facial approximations cannot be submitted as evidence in court?

true

There is no way to detect the level of fat below the skin in the face, which has the potential to drastically alter the appearance of an individual.

true

Which of the following is NOT a bone in the pelvis?

ulna

All of the bones below can be used in determining the sex of remains EXCEPT

vertebrae