Bones/ Skeletal Flashcards
0
Q
How many bones are in the body
A
206
1
Q
Functions of bones
A
Protect vital organs and structures
Use with muscle to create movement
Produce blood cells and store minerals
Protect nerves and blood vessels
2
Q
Axial skeleton
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Bones of the spine rib cage or thorax and skull
3
Q
Appendicular skeleton
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Bones of the extremities ( appendages arm and legs )
4
Q
Head
A
A large round end of a bone
5
Q
Shaft
A
The midsection of a bone
6
Q
Long bones and example
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They’re long ex femur
7
Q
Short bones and example
A
They’re short ex metacarpals
8
Q
Flat bones and example
A
They’re flat ex scapula
9
Q
Irregular bones
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Odd shapes like vertebrae
