Home
Class 12
BIOLOGY
Which of the following is INCORRECT with...

Which of the following is INCORRECT with respect to bone and its associated part ?

A

Atlas vertebra - Odontoid process

B

Pectoral girdle - Acromion process

C

Humans - Trochlea

D

Ulna - styloid process

Text Solution

AI Generated Solution

The correct Answer is:
To determine which of the following statements about bone and its associated parts is incorrect, we will analyze each option provided. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Atlas and Odontoid Process**: - The atlas is the first cervical vertebra (C1) and supports the skull. It does not have an odontoid process. - The odontoid process (or dens) is a bony projection on the second cervical vertebra (C2), known as the axis. It allows for the rotation of the head. - Therefore, the statement that the atlas vertebra is associated with the odontoid process is incorrect. 2. **Pectoral Girdle and Acromion Process**: - The pectoral girdle consists of the scapula and clavicle. - The acromion process is a bony process on the scapula that forms the highest point of the shoulder and serves as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments. - This association is correct. 3. **Trochlea in Humans**: - The trochlea is a structure found in the humerus (upper arm bone) that articulates with the ulna (one of the forearm bones). - It is not a motor neuron but rather a part of the bone structure. However, the statement may be misleading as it does not accurately describe the trochlea's function. - This association is somewhat misleading but not entirely incorrect. 4. **Ulna and Styloid Process**: - The ulna does have a styloid process, which is a slender projection at the distal end of the ulna. - The styloid process serves as an attachment point for ligaments of the wrist. - This association is correct. ### Conclusion: - The incorrect statement is the one that associates the atlas vertebra with the odontoid process, as the odontoid process is part of the axis vertebra, not the atlas. ### Final Answer: The incorrect statement is that the atlas vertebra is associated with the odontoid process. ---
Promotional Banner

Topper's Solved these Questions

  • NTA NEET SET 74

    NTA MOCK TESTS|Exercise BIOLOGY|90 Videos
  • NTA NEET SET 76

    NTA MOCK TESTS|Exercise BIOLOGY|90 Videos

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

Which ONE of the following statements is INCORRECT with respect to human antibodies ?

Which of the following is a short bone?

Which of the following is a correct match between period ans its associated event?

Which of the following is a flat bone?

Which of the following is incorrect with respect to HIV infection?

NTA MOCK TESTS-NTA NEET SET 75-BIOLOGY
  1. Juxta glomerular apparatus is formed by

    Text Solution

    |

  2. A middle aged woman visits a doctor complaining of irregular menses , ...

    Text Solution

    |

  3. Which of the following is INCORRECT with respect to bone and its assoc...

    Text Solution

    |

  4. During which phase(s) of cell cycle amount of DNA in a cell remains at...

    Text Solution

    |

  5. The coloured part of the eye which controls the amount of light of l...

    Text Solution

    |

  6. Which of the following structure is are not present in the male genita...

    Text Solution

    |

  7. Reena was experiencing headache and dizziness for the last few days . ...

    Text Solution

    |

  8. In a sarcomere , the H - zone is paler than the rest of A-band because...

    Text Solution

    |

  9. A boy learns typewriting and harmonium at the same time. He finds harm...

    Text Solution

    |

  10. Read the following statements and select the correct option (i) Bloo...

    Text Solution

    |

  11. Match the following.

    Text Solution

    |

  12. Identify the incorrect character related to the human female reproduct...

    Text Solution

    |

  13. Which of the following will occur in the vertebrae host with respect t...

    Text Solution

    |

  14. Choose the right one among the statements given below .

    Text Solution

    |

  15. Physiological barriers that prevent microbial growth exclude

    Text Solution

    |

  16. In human, placental villi are derived from

    Text Solution

    |

  17. Which of the following not a characteristic feature of nematodes ?

    Text Solution

    |

  18. In Basidiomycetes , the site for meiosis is

    Text Solution

    |

  19. If the menstrual cycle of a female is 28 days , what will be the time ...

    Text Solution

    |

  20. Select the incorrect statement about external fertilisation.

    Text Solution

    |