Anthropology: Practice Question

Which of the following describes a fracture in which more than two bone fragments are produced?

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Comminuted — Correct answer

Correct. A comminuted fracture is one in which more than two bone fragments are produced.

Incorrect. A complete fracture is one in which the circumference of the cortex is broken.

Incorrect. An incomplete fracture is one in which part of the circumference of the cortex is broken.

Incorrect. A compound fracture is one in which bone protrudes through the skin.

Incorrect. A butterfly fracture is a fracture that produces a triangular or wedge-shaped fragment.

Summary: A comminuted fracture is one in which more than two bone fragments are produced.