Bones Flashcards
1
Q
Mandible
A
- jaw
- AX
2
Q
Sternum
A
- chest bone
- AX
3
Q
Radius
A
- one of two bones in the forearm
- extends from the lateral side of the elbow to the thumb
- AP
4
Q
Phalanges
A
- digital bones (fingers and toes)
- AP
5
Q
Rib Cage
A
- bony frame formed by ribs around chest
6
Q
Tibia
A
- the inner and larger bone between the knee and ankle
7
Q
Fibula
A
- the outer and smaller bone between the knee and ankle
8
Q
Cervical
A
- neck
9
Q
Thoracic
A
- between the neck and abdominin
10
Q
Lumbar
A
- lower part of the back
11
Q
Sacral
A
- triangular bone at the base of the spine
12
Q
Coccyx
A
- tailbone
13
Q
Scapula
A
- shoulder blade
14
Q
Carpals
A
- wrist bones
15
Q
Metacarpals
A
- palm bones
16
Q
Pelvic Girdle
A
- hip bones
17
Q
Femur
A
- thigh bone
18
Q
Tarsals
A
- ankle bones
19
Q
Metatarsals
A
- middle of foot bones
20
Q
Patella
A
- knee
21
Q
Clavicle
A
- collarbone
22
Q
Ulna
A
- thinner and longer bone between the elbow and wrist
- on the side opposite to the thumb
23
Q
Humerous
A
- upper arm bone
24
Q
Skull
A
- bony structure that forms the head in the human skeleton
- AX