Age and Stature Estimation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the ‘non-growing’ end of a bone?
A
The side that stops growing first
2
Q
What leads to the non-growing end?
A
Nutrient artery
3
Q
What end appears first and fuses last?
A
Growing end of bone
4
Q
What end appears last and fuses first?
A
Non-growing end
5
Q
What can influnce stature, but stature cannot influence it?
A
Sex, age and ancestry
6
Q
What are the 4 classifications of stature?
A
Living stature
Perceived living stature
Documented living stature
Deceased living stature
7
Q
Why might stature be different in the 4 classifications?
A
Due to: gravitational forces Soft tissue components infallible human eye wishful thinking
8
Q
What are the tools for measuring stature?
A
calipers - sliding or spreading
mandibulometer
osteometric boards
