Classification of bones Flashcards
1
Q
what is cartilage?
A
a firm connective tissue
2
Q
what are the different types of bones?
A
-flat bone
-irregular bone
-long bone
-short bone
3
Q
examples of long bones
A
clavicle, humerus, radius, ulna, metacarpus, phalanges, femur, tibia, fibula, metatarsals,
4
Q
what are the long bones role in sport?
A
-leverage to provide movement
-provide strength and speed
5
Q
examples of short bones
A
carpals in the wrist and tarsals in the ankle
6
Q
what are the short bones role in sport?
A
-shock absorption and weight bearing
7
Q
examples of flat bones
A
sternum, ribs, scapula, cranium
8
Q
what are the flat bones role in sport?
A
-protect organs
-attachment for muscles
9
Q
examples of irregular bones
A
vertebrae, mandible, coccyx, hyoid
10
Q
what are the irregular bones role in sport?
A
-perform a specific range of functions
