Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Benign tumors arising from the bone surface
A)exostoses
B)talipes
C)myelopoiesis
D)lordosis
E)kyphosis
F)spondylolisthesis
G)scoliosis

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Benign tumors arising from the bone surface
A)exostoses
B)talipes
C)myelopoiesis
D)lordosis
E)kyphosis
F)spondylolisthesis
G)scoliosis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Exostoses are also called osteochondromas and are benign tumors that grow from the bone surface.

Answer: E
 Kyphosis is a condition where there is excessive curvature of the spine, often leading to a hunchback appearance.

Answer: G
 Scoliosis is a condition where there is a sideways curvature of the spine, often leading to an uneven waist or shoulder height.

Note: The other terms listed are not related to bone tumors. Talipes refers to a deformity of the foot, myelopoiesis refers to the formation of blood cells in the bone marrow, lordosis refers to an excessive inward curvature of the spine, and spondylolisthesis refers to a condition where a vertebra slips out of place.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings