Major Bones And Skeletal Movement Flashcards
What are the 8 major bones
- Femur
- Tibia
- Fibula
- Humerus
- Radius
- Ulna
- Pelvis
- Vertabrae
What are the main bones that assist with movement?
Femur
Tibia
Fibula
Where is the Femur Tibia Fibula found?
In the leg
Is the fibula located on the outside of the calf or the inside
Outside
What are the main bones that work together to help rotate and move the arm
Humerus
Radius
Ulna
Is the radius the lateral (thumb) or medial (inside) side
lateral
Is the ulna on the lateral (thumb) or medial (inside) side
medial
Characteristics of the pelvis
Supports the spinal column
Protect abdominal organs
Connects the trunk of the body to the legs, proving support and structure
Characteristics of the vertebrae
Makes the spinal column
Protects and supports the spinal column
Bears majority of weight put on your spine