Ch 13 Skeletal And Muscular Systems - Structure And Function Practice Flashcards
A disorder of decreased bone mass
Osteoporosis
An immovable joint
Synarthosis
The sternum and the ribs
Thorax
Attach muscles to bones
Tendons
Connective tissues made up of contractile fibers
Muscles
New bone cells
Osteocytes
A freely movable joint
Diarthrosis
Functions include protection, blood production, and mineral regulation
Skeletal System
Attach bones to other bones
Ligaments
The space where two bones meet and where movement occurs
Joints
Composed of dense connective tissue including cells in a matrix of calcium and collagen fibers
Bones
Connective tissue arranged in sheets or bands which covers muscle tissue
Fascia
Bones that protect the spinal cord
Vertebral Column
A device for measuring joint range of motion
Goniometer
Decrease in size
Atrophy
Calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium
Essential Minerals
The production of red and white blood cells
Hematopoiesis
Muscle that is not controlled by conscious thought and is not affected by exercise
Smooth Muscle
Increase in size
Hypertrophy
A slightly movable joint
Amphiarthrosis
The amount of motion available at a joint
Range of Motion
A tendon that resembles a ribbon and attaches to a larger area of bone
Aponeurosis
Creation of new bone cells
Osteogenesis
The manner and style in which a person walks
Gait
Considered voluntary muscle and is affected by exercise
Striated Muscle
