bones Flashcards
(Cranium):
Skull : Protects the brain and supports the structure of the face.
(Vertebral Column):
Spine Supports the body’s structure, protects the spinal cord, and allows flexible movement. Divided into cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal regions.
Pelvis:
Pelvis: Supports the weight of the upper body, protects pelvic organs, and provides attachment points for muscles.
(Thigh Bone):
Femur (Thigh Bone): The longest and strongest bone, supports body weight during activities like walking, running, and jumping.
Tibia and Fibula
(Lower Leg Bones): Support weight and enable movements such as walking and running.
Humerus
(Upper Arm Bone): Facilitates arm movement and acts as a site for muscle attachment.
Radius and Ulna
(Forearm Bones): Allow the rotation of the forearm and facilitate wrist movements.