SKELETAL Flashcards

1
Q

What are the two types of bone marrow

A

RED AND YELLOW BONE MARROW

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2
Q

is responsible for producing blood cells

A

RED BONE MARROW

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3
Q

what is the production of blood cells called

A

HEMATOPOIESIS

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4
Q

primarily serves as a fat (energy) storage site.

A

YELLOW BONE MARROW

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5
Q

What is the composition of bones

A

Calcium Phosphate and Collagen

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5
Q

It is the framework of the body. it provides muscle movement and protects internal organs

A

SKELETAL SYSTEM

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6
Q

what is 1/3 of your bones

A

Collagen

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6
Q

what is 2/3 of your bones

A

Calcium Phosphate

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7
Q

is a key mineral component that gives bones their strength and rigidity.

A

Calcium Phosphate

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8
Q

is a structural protein that provides flexibility, strength, and a framework for mineral deposition in the bones

A

Collagen

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9
Q

how many bones does an infant have

A

350 (100% cartilage)

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10
Q

how many bones does an adult have

A

206 ( fused cartilage)

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11
Q

mature bone cells

A

osteocyte

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11
Q

A bone-forming cell responsible for creating new bone.

A

osteoblast

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11
Q

is a bone disease characterised by a loss of bone density and weakening of the bones

A

osteoporosis

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12
Q

are responsible for bone resorption, meaning they break down and remove old or damaged bone tissue.

A

osteoclast