Hard Tissue Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the Axial skeletal sub-group?
A
Protection
2
Q
What is the function of the appendicular skeletal sub-group?
A
Movement
3
Q
Label these bone classes
A
- Flat Bone
- Sutural Bone
- Short Bone
- Irregular Bone
- Sesamoid
- Long bone
4
Q
What are the three types of joint?
A
- Fibrous joints
- Cartilaginous Joints
- Synovial Joints
5
Q
What are the six types of synovial joint?
A
- Gliding
- Hinge
- Pivot
- Ellipsoid
- Saddle
- Ball and socket
6
Q
What are the two main phases of bone?
A
Protein and Mineral
7
Q
Label this bone
A
- Articular Cartilage
- Cancellous Bone
- Epiphyseal Plate
- Marrow cavity
- Periosteum
- Compact bone
8
Q
If loading increases, bone will…
A
Remodel to become stronger, resisting the load
9
Q
A few weeks of inactivity can cause a loss of up to how much bone mass?
A
A third
10
Q
What are the two cells responsible for bone remodelling?
A
- Osteoblasts
- Osteoclasts
11
Q
Label this picture
A
- Matrix
- Osteoid
- Osteoblast
12
Q
Label this picture
A
- Medullary Cavity
- Osteoclast
- Matrix
13
Q
What are the four steps in bone remodelling?
A
- Resorption
- Reversal
- Formation
- Resting
14
Q
What is the balance between bone formation and resorption?
A
Homeostasis
15
Q
Under which loading is bone stronger?
A
Compression
