Review Questions Flashcards
Name 2 bones in the head
skull, mandible
Name 2 bones in lower leg
fibia, tibia
Name 4 bones that have pairs
scapula, humerus, ulna, radius, femur, patella, tibia
What are 3 bones found in your arm
humerus, radius, ulna
What is another name for your back bone?
spine
If I talk a lot, which bone might be sore at the end of the day?
mandible
How many bones are in your body?
206
What are the 2 most important roles that your skeleton has?
support, protection
What are 3 examples of organs that your bones protect?
heart, liver, lungs
WHat 3 things are bones made of?
spongy bone, compact bone, bone marrow
What is the hard outer layer of bone?
compact bone
Why is it important that the spongy bone has many tiny holes?
strong, light
What is the place where 2 bones join together?
knee joint, elbow joint,
What are the 2 most important types of joints?
hinge joint, ball socket joint
Describe a ball and socket joint
allows movement in any directions
Describe a hinge joint
allows movement back and forth
What is a broken bone called?
fracture