Locomotion Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of the human skeleton?
A
- Provides our basic SHAPE/STRUCTURE
- Provides SUPPORT for the body
- Allows muscular system to produce MOVEMENT
- PROTECTION of vital organs
2
Q
What is part of the axial skeleton? (central part of the body)
A
Head, Neck, Trunk
3
Q
What is part of the appendicular skeleton?
A
Limbs, Pectoral & Pelvic girdle
girdle - set of bones involved in connecting to that region
4
Q
What is cartilage & its properties?
A
- A semi rigid connective tissue
- Connects bone to bone
- Provides flexibility and is AVASCULAR
5
Q
What are the types of bone?
A
2 types
Compact bone
Spongy bone
The type of bone is determined by the amount of SOLID MATTER & size of space
6
Q
What are the classification of bones?
Hint 5, to do with shape & size
A
1) Long bones - TUBULAR
2) Short bones - CUBOIDAL
3) Flat bones - PROTECTIVE
4) IRREGULAR bones
5) SESAMOID bones (e.g. patella)
7
Q
what are the type of anatomical planes?
A
- Median & Sagittal plane
- Frontal (coronal) plane
- Transverse (axial) plane
