Chapter 7: Bones Flashcards
1
Q
Are bones organs?
A
Yes, they are alive
2
Q
What are the functions of bones?
A
Support and protect softer tissue
Provide points of attachments for muscles
House blood producing cells
Stores inorganic salts
3
Q
What are the 4 bone shapes?
A
Long bones
Short bones
Flat bones
Irregular bones
4
Q
Condyle
A
rounded process the usually articulates with another bone
5
Q
Crest
A
narrow, ridge like projection
6
Q
Epicondyle
A
projection situated above a condyle
7
Q
Fissure
A
cleft or groove
