skeletal system

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the ribcage?

Answer 1

protect the lungs, heart, internal organs, while allowing for the expansion of the lungs

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of the spinal column?

Answer 2

protects the spinal cord, facilitates balance, absorbs shock, provides strength, flexibility, and support

Question 3

what is the primary purpose of the skull?

Answer 3

protects the brain, provides the frame work for the face

Question 4

what is the primary purpose of joints?

Answer 4

connect bones to each other, allows for movement

Question 5

what are the four natural curves of the spine?

Answer 5

Neck Area (concave): cervical
Upper Back (convex): thoracic
Lower Back (concave): lumbar
Above Tailbone (convex): sacrum

Question 6

What is an exaggerated curve of the upper back?

Answer 6

kyphosis

Question 7

what is an exaggerated curve of the lower back?

Answer 7

lordosis

Question 8

what is an abnormal curve of the spine?

Answer 8

scoliosis

Question 9

give an example of a ball and socket joint?

Answer 9

Hip and Shoulder

Question 10

give an example of a pivot joint?

Answer 10

Atlas C1 and Axis C2 in neck (rotate around a peg)

Question 11

give an example of a hinge joint?

Answer 11

knee and elbow