skelton Flashcards
What are the 6 functions of the skeleton
support movement protection blood cell production mineral storage
what is the function of a long bone
bear weight and help with movement
what is the longest bone in the body
femur
where is the femur
upper leg
what is the bone in the upper arm
humerus
what are the 3 bones in the hand
carpals metacarpals phalanges
how many types of bone are there
short long sesamoid flat irregular
what are the three bone in the foot
tarsals metatarsals phalanges
what part of the skeleton has the organs in it
axle skeleton
where are blood cells produced
bone marrow of long bones
how many parts of the spine are there
5
what is the acronym for the spinal colloum
can this line seem clear
what are the 5 parts of the spine called
Cervical Thoracic Lumbar Sacrum Coccyx
what type of bone is the femur
long
what type of bone are the ribs
flat