anatomy and physiology Flashcards
what are 3 functions of the skeleton?
shape and structure, protect organs, muscle attachment
name 3 flatbones?
sternum, ribs, scapula
what do flat bones do?
provide a large surface area
a type of long bone
tibia
what is a joint?
a point where 2 or more bones meet
what are the 3 main types of joints?
fibrous, cartiligious, synovial
where is fiborous found?
skull and elbow
what is synovial?
highly moveable
what is fiborous held togther by?
ligaments
what do antagonistic muscles do?
work in pairs
where is ball and socket found?
at the hip
how many bones does the skeleton have?
206
what are 3 types of synovail joints?
hinge joint, pivot joint, ball and socket
what are the different types of bones found in the body?
long short and flat bones
name 3 antagonistic pairs?
flexion,extension - plantar felxion, dorsi flexion - adduction, abduction.
