Skeletal system Flashcards
1
Q
Functions of the skeletal system
A
S - support posture
A - attachment point for muscles
P - produce red blood cells
P - protect vital organs
2
Q
what is the axial skeleton
A
refers to the middle portion of the skeleton
3
Q
what is the appendicular skeleton
A
refers to the bones connect to the middle of the skeleton
4
Q
Number of vertebrates in cervical vertebrae
A
7
5
Q
number of vertebrates in thoracic vertebrae
A
12
6
Q
number of vertebrates in lumbar vertebrae
A
5
7
Q
number of sacral vertebrates
A
5
8
Q
number of coccyx vertebrates
A
4
9
Q
types of bones
A
- flat bones
- irregular bones
- long bones
- short bones
