Bones Flashcards
1
Q
How many bones are in the body
A
206
2
Q
What are the four types of bones
A
Long bones
Short bones
Flat bones
Irregular bones
3
Q
What do long bones do
A
Create leverage when playing sport
4
Q
What do short bones do
A
Specialists for fine movement especially in the hand
5
Q
What do flat bones do
A
They can withstand hard impact
Example: organs protected by rib cage
6
Q
What do irregular bones do
A
They protect
Example: the patella stops hyperextension at the knee
