Chapter 6 Powerpoint Flashcards
1
Q
What is included in the skeletal system?
A
bones of the skeleton, cartilages, ligaments, and other connective tissues
2
Q
Name the five functions of the skeletal system.
A
- Support
- Storage of minerals and lipids
- Blood cell production
- Protection
- Leverage
3
Q
List the six bone shapes.
A
- Long
- Flat
- Short
- Irregular
- Sesamoid
- Sutural
4
Q
Name and identify the two types of bone based on bone structure.
A
- compact bone (dense)
- spongy bone (cancellous)
5
Q
A typical long bone includes…
A
- Diaphysis
- Epithyses
- Metaphysis
- Articular cartilage
- Marrow cavity (filled with red or yellow marrow)
6
Q
What is supporting tissue with solid matrix?
A
Osseous tissue
7
Q
What is osseous tissue covered by?
A
periosteum
8
Q
In osseous tissue, minerals are deposited where?
A
in lamellae
