Skeleton System Flashcards

1
Q

What is one function of the skeletal system?

A

Protection

Encasing essential organs, such as the ribcage protecting the heart and lungs from injury.

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2
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What is another function of the skeletal system?

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Support

Provides a framework for the body.

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3
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What is a function of the skeletal system related to body weight?

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Bearing the weight of the body

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4
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How do joints contribute to the skeletal system?

A

Provide movement for bones

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5
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What does the skeletal system store?

A

Minerals and fat

Storage of minerals to be released into the bloodstream and fat in yellow bone marrow.

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6
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What process is involved in the manufacturing function of the skeletal system?

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Hematopoiesis

Production of red and white blood cells from red bone marrow.

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7
Q

What are bones?

A

Bones are a solid matrix of living cells and fibers surrounded by calcium deposits.

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8
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How are bones classified?

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Bones are classified by their shape.

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9
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What are irregular bones? Give an example.

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Irregular bones are one classification of bones.

Example: vertebrae

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10
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What are flat bones? Give an example.

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Flat bones are one classification of bones.

Example: scapula

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What are short bones? Give an example.

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Short bones are one classification of bones.

Example: wrist

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What are long bones? Give an example.

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Long bones are one classification of bones.

Example: femur

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13
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What are sesamoid bones? Give an example.

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Sesamoid bones are one classification of bones.

Example: patella (knee cap)

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14
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What are the two basic regions of a long bone?

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Long bones have two basic regions: Diaphysis and Epiphyses.

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15
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What is the Diaphysis?

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The Diaphysis is the shaft, or long part, of the bone.

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16
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What are Epiphyses?

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Epiphyses are the ends of the bone.

17
Q

What is the epiphyseal plate?

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The epiphyseal plate, or growth plate, is a thin layer of internal cartilage between the Diaphysis and Epiphyses.

18
Q

What covers the ends of the Epiphyses?

A

The ends of the Epiphyses are covered with an external layer of cartilage called articular cartilage.

19
Q

What is the function of articular cartilage?

A

Articular cartilage provides smooth movement of joints and cushions from shock.

20
Q

What is found in the diaphysis of a long bone?

A

A hollow medullary cavity is found.

None

21
Q

What fills the medullary cavity in young people?

A

Red bone marrow fills this cavity.

None

22
Q

What happens to red bone marrow as people age?

A

Red marrow is replaced with fatty yellow bone marrow.

None

23
Q

What process occurs within the bone marrow?

A

New blood cells are produced, called hematopoiesis.

None

24
Q

What are the functions of the skeletal system?

A

The skeletal system provides many functions for the body.

25
Q

How are bones classified?

A

Bones are classified by shape.

26
Q

What is found in the center of the diaphysis?

A

Bone marrow is found in the center of the diaphysis.

27
Q

What surrounds the epiphyses of bones?

A

Articular cartilage surrounds the epiphyses.

28
Q

Where is spongy bone found?

A

Spongy bone is found at the ends of long bones beneath the compact bone.

29
Q

What is the outer layer of bone called?

A

The outer layer of bone is called periosteum.

30
Q

What is the function of the periosteum?

A

The periosteum is the location of muscle attachment and bone repair.

31
Q

What lies beneath the periosteum?

A

Beneath the periosteum is a thick layer of compact bone.

32
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What type of tissue makes up the periosteum?

A

The periosteum is made of tough connective tissue.

33
Q

What is spongy bone?

A

Spongy bone is a type of bone that has a porous, lattice-like structure.

34
Q

What is compact bone?

A

Compact bone is a dense and solid type of bone that provides strength and support.

35
Q

What is spongy bone?

A

Spongy bone is a type of bone that has a porous, lattice-like structure.

36
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What is compact bone?

A

Compact bone is a dense and solid type of bone that provides strength and support.