Skeleton Flashcards
0
Q
What is the membrane that surrounds bone?
A
The periosteum
1
Q
What are osteoblasts?
A
Cells that make bone.
2
Q
What are osteocytes?
A
Mature bone cell. Osteoblasts that have become embedded in lacuna.
3
Q
What are the three groups of the vertebrate column?
A
Cervical-7
Thoracic-12
Lumbar-5
4
Q
What are the first two cervical membrane called
A
Atlas-yes motion
Axis-no motion
5
Q
How many pairs of floating ribs are
A
2
6
Q
Are all 12 pairs of ribs attached to the vertebral column?
A
Yes
7
Q
What is between the vertebrae?
A
Cartilage discs
