Skeletal System Flashcards by Bronte Pye

Q

Synovial joint

A

Where 2 or more bones meet within a capsule to allow a wide range of movement

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Cranium

A

Skull

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Scapula

A

Shoulder

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Clavicle

A

Collarbone

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Sternum

A

In between ribs , Centre of chest

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Ribs

A

Ribs , either side of sternum

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Vertebrae

A

Back

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Humorous

A

Upper arm

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Ulna

A

Fore arm , side of little finger . Next to radius

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Radius

A

Fore arm , side of thumb . Next to ulna

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Metacarpals

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Main hand

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Carpals

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Wrist

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phalanges

A

Fingers and toes

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Femur

A

Upper leg

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patella

A

Knee

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Tibia

A

Front of shin , on top of fibula

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Fibula

A

Back of shin. , under tibia

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Tarsals

A

Ankle

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metatarsals

A

Main foot

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Hinge joint

A

Allows flexion and extension

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Ball and socket joint

A

Allows all types of movement

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Tendon

A

Attaches muscle to bone .allows movement

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Ligament

A

Bone to bone , prevent dislocation

Q

Cartilage

A

shock absorber

reduces the rubbing of the bone surfaces.