Function of bones

Question 1

long

Answer 1

support, movement and red blood cell production eg femur

Question 2

short

Answer 2

weight bearing, fine or small movements, shock absorption eg carpals

Question 3

flat

Answer 3

protection and attachment for muscles eg scapula

Question 4

irregular

Answer 4

protection of spinal chord, movement eg vertebrae

Question 5

sesamoid

Answer 5

reduces friction, protection eg patella