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Chapter 3 The Skeletal System A&P Flashcards

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is the tough, fibrous tissue that forms the outermost covering of bone

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periosteum

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is the dense, hard, and very strong bone that forms the protective outer layer of bones

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compact bone (cortical bone)

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is lighter and not as strong as compact bone. red bone marrow is located within

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spongy (cancellous bone)

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is the central cavity located in the shaft of long bones where it is surrounded by compact bone

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medullary cavity

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means pertaining to the inner section

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medullary

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is the tissue that lines the medullary cavity

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endosteum

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is located within the spongy bone, is a hemopoietic tissue that manufactures red blood cells

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red bone marrow

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means pertaining to the formation of blood cells

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hemopoietic

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functions as a fat storage area

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yellow bone marrow

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is the smooth, rubbery, blue-white connect tissue that acts as a shock absorber

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cartilage

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covers the surface of bones where they come together to form joints

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articular cartilage

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is the curved fibrous cartilage found in some joints, such as the knee

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meniscus

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is the shaft of a long bone

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diaphysis

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are the wider ends of long bones such as the femur of the legs

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epiphysis

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is the end of the bone located nearest to the midline

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proximal epiphysis

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is the end of the bone located farthest away from the midline of the body

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distal epiphysis

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is an opening in a bone through which blood vessels, nerves, and ligaments pass

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foramen

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is the opening at the base of the skull through which the spinal cord passes

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foramen magnum

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is a normal projection on the surface of a bone that most commonly serves as an attachment for a muscle or tendon

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process

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is the bony projection located on the temporal bone just behind the ears

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mastoid process

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21
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are the place of union between two or more bones

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joints (articulations)

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consists of inflexible layers of dense connective tissue, hold the bones tightly together

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fibrous joints (sutures)

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soft spots, are normally present on the skull of a newborn

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fontanelles

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allow only slight movement and consist of bones connected entirely by cartilage

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cartilaginous joints

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allows some movement to facilitate childbirth. is located behind the pubic bones

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pubic symphysis

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is created where two bones articulate to permit a variety of motions

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synovial joint

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27
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such as the hips and shoulders, allow a wide range of movement in many directions

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ball-and-socket joints

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such as the knees and elbows, are synovial joints that allow movement primarily in one direction or plane

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hinge joints

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is the outermost layer of strong fibrous tissue that resembles a sleeve as it surrounds the joint

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synovial capsule

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30
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lines the capsule and secretes synovial fluid

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synovial membrane

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flows within the synovial cavity, acts as a lubricant

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synovial fluid

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are bands of fibrous tissue that form joints by connecting one bone to another bone or by joining a bone to cartilage

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ligaments

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is a fibrous sac that acts as a cushion to ease movement in areas that are subject to friction

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bursa

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34
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protects the major organs of the nervous, respiratory, and circulatory system. consists of 80 bones

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axial skeleton

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35
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makes body movement possible and also protects the organs of digestion, excretion, and reproduction. consists of 126 bones

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appendicular skeleton

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36
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is made up of 8 bones of the skull

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cranium

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37
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is the anterior portion of the cranium that forms the forehead

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frontal bone

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are two of the largest bones of the skull. form most of the roof and upper sides of the cranium

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parietal bones

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forms the back part of the skull and the base of the cranium

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occiptal bone

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form the sides and base of the cranium

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temporal bones

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is the opening of the external auditor canal of the outer ear.

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external auditor meatus

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42
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is the external opening of a canal

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meatus

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is an irregular, wedge-shaped bone at the base of the skull. makes contact with all other cranial bones

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sphenoid bone

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44
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is light, spongy bone located at the roof and sides of the nose

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ethmoid bone

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are the three tiny bones located in each middle ear

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auditory ossicles (malleus, incus, stapes)

46
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form the upper part of the bridge of the nose

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nasal bones

47
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known as the cheekbones, articulate with the frontal bones

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zygomatic bones

48
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form most of the upper jaw

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maxillary bones (maxillae)

49
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form the anterior part of the hard palate of the mouth and the floor of the nose

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palatine bones

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make up part of the orbit at the inner angle

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lacrimal bones

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are the thin, scroll-like bones that form part of the interior of the nose

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inferior conchae

52
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forms the base for the nasal septum

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vomer bone

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also known as the jawbone, is the only movable bone of the skull

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mandible

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also known as the rib cage, is the bony structure that protects the heart and lungs

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thoracic cavity

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the first seven pair of ribs are called; attach anteriorly to the sternum

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true ribs

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next three pairs of ribs; attach anterior to cartilage that connects them to the sternum

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false ribs

57
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last two ribs; attach posteriorly to the vertebrae but not attached anteriorly

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floating ribs

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also known as the breast bone; dagger-shaped bone located in the middle of the chest

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sternum

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is the bony structure that forms the upper portion of the sternum

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manubrium

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is the bony structure that forms the middle portion of the sternum

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body of the sternum

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is the structure made of cartilage that forms the lower portion of the sternum

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xiphoid process

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supports the arms and hands. also known as the shoulder girdle

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pectoral girdle

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known as the collar bone, is a slender bone that connects the manubrium of the sternum to the scapula

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clavicle

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is also known as the shoulder blader

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scapula

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is an extension of the scapula that forms the high point of the shoulder

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acromion

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is the bone of the upper arm

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humerus

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is the smaller and shorter bone in the forearm

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radius

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is the largest and longer bone of the forearm

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ulna

69
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commonly known as the funny bone, is a large projection on the upper end of the ulna

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olecranon process

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are the bones that form the wrist

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carpals

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are the five bones that form the palm of the hand

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metacarpals

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are the 14 bones of the fingers and the bones of the toes

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phalanges

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is also known as the vertebral column, protects the spinal cord and supports the head and body

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spinal column

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anterior portion of vertebra

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body of vertebrae

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the posterior portion of a vertebra is known as the

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lamina

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is the opening in the middle of the vertebra. allows spinal cord to pass through

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vertebral foramen

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made of cartilage, separate and cushion the vertebrae from each other

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intervertebral disks

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are the first set of vertebrae and they form the neck

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cervical vertebrae

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how many cervical vertebrae are there

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7

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known as T1-T12, are the second set of vertebrae. surround the ribs

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thoracic vertebrae

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how many thoracic vertebrae are there

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12

82
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make up the third set of vertebrae, and together they form the inward curve of the lower spine

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lumbar vertebrae

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how many lumbar vertebrae are there

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5

84
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is the slightly curved triangular-shaped bone near the base of the spine

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sacrum

85
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how many sacral vertebrae are there

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5

86
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is also known as the tailbone, forms the end of the spine and is actually made up of four small vertebrae that are fused together

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coccyx

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how many coccygeal vertebrae are there

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4

88
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protects internal organs and supports the lower extremities

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pelvic girdle

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is the broad-shaped bone that forms the back and sides of the pubic bone

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ilium

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is the slightly movable articulation between the sacrum and posterior portion of ilium

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sacroiliac

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forms the lower posterior portion of the pubic bone

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ischium

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forms the anterior portion of the pubic bone

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pubis

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is the cartilaginous joint that unites the left and right pubic bone

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pubic symphysis

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also known as the hip socket, is the large circular cavity in each side of the pelvis

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acetabulum

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largest bone in the body

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femur

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also known as the kneecap

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patella

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the posterior aspect behind the knee

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popliteal

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known as the shinbone, is the larger anterior weight-bearing bone of the lower leg

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tibia

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is the smaller of the two bones of the lower leg and is located laterally

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fibula

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is a rounded bony projection on the tibia and fibula on the sides of each ankle joint

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malleolus

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is the ankle bone that articulates with the tibia and fibula

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talus

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also known as the heel bone, largest of the tarsal bones

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calcaneus

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form that part of the foot to which the toes are attached, sole of the foot

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metatarsals

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are the bones of the toes. and big toes

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phalanges

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what is the thumb commonly referred to as

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Pollux

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what is the big toe commonly referred to as

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Hallux

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specializes in the manipulative treatment of disorders originating from misalignment of the spine

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chiropractor

108
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is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders involving the bones, joints, and muscles

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orthopedic surgeon (orthopedist)

109
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uses traditional forms of medical treatment in addition to specializing in treating health problems by spinal manipulation

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osteopath

110
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specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the foot

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podiatrist

111
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is a physician who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and disorders such as osteoporosis and tendinitis that are characterized by inflammation in the joints and connective tissues

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rheumatologist

112
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the use of a syringe to withdraw the liquid bone marrow

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bone marrow aspiration

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