Mr bones Flashcards
Functions
What is the function of the Skull?
Protection of the brain and orbits of the eyes
What is the function of the Radius?
It helps you move your arm and wrist and the radius also supports lots of important muscles.
What is the function of the Ulna?
It helps your forearm and wrist move, flex and rotate. Holding more than a dozen muscles in place.
What is the function of the Breast Bone?
It protects the heart, lungs and blood vessels from physical damage.
What is the function of the Rib Cage?
It protects the heart and the lungs
What is the function of the Vertebra?
It protects the spinal cord
What is the function of the Hip Girdle?
To support the weight of the upper body when sitting
What is the function of the Hip Bone?
It supports your body weight and allows you to move your upper leg.
What is the function of the Sacrum?
It support the weight of the spinal cord
What is the function of the Tail Bone?
It supports your weight and helps you keep your balance.
What is the function of the Femur?
Holding the weight of your body when you stand and move.
What is the function of the Knee Cap?
To help with knee extension and movement.
What is the function of the Shin Bone?
It plays an important role in how you stand, move and keep your balance.
What is the function of the Calf Bone?
To provide stability and support to the rest of the body
What is the function of the Upper Jaw?
It holds the upper teeth, shapes the middle of the face, and supports the nose
What is the function of Lower Jaw?
It supports the bottom row of teeth and gives shape to the lower face and chin.
What is the function of the Collar Bone?
It provides structural support between the shoulder and the rest of the skeleton
What is the function of the Shoulder Blade?
Holding the bones of your shoulder joint in place.
What is the function of the Shoulder Girdle?
It provides support and stabilization to allow the shoulder to move.
What is the function of the Humerus?
It’s a critical part of your ability to move your arm.
What is the function of the Carpals?
The carpal bones enable the wrist to rotate and move up and down.
What is te function of the Metacarpals?
The basic function of the metacarpals is to act as the bridge between the wrist and fingers.
What is the function of the Phalanges(hand)
The phalanges function to allow us to grip and hold onto objects.
What is the function of the Heel Bone?
to help support the body’s weight and aid in the movement of multiple joints
