Skeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
Fundtions of skeleton for sport
A
Storing minerals Blood cell protection Joints for movement Muscle attachment Protection to vital organs
2
Q
Cartilage
A
A firm connective tissue
3
Q
Ossification
A
The process of development from cartilage to bone
4
Q
Somatotype
A
Body shape or type
5
Q
Classification of bones (4)
A
Long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones
6
Q
Cervical vertebrae
A
7 parts to it
7
Q
Thoracic vertebrae
A
Twelve parts
8
Q
Lumbar vertebrae
A
Five parts to it
9
Q
Sacral vertebrae
A
Five fused
10
Q
Coccygeal vertebrae
A
Four fused
11
Q
Long bones use?
A
Generate movement
e.g. phalanges
12
Q
Short bone use?
A
Weight bearing
e.g. Carpals
13
Q
Flat bones use?
A
Protect organs or offer a good surface for muscles to attach to
e.g. Scapular
14
Q
Irregular bones?
A
Protection
e.g. maxilla
15
Q
Joints
A
A place where two or more bones meet
