Second vertebra in the neck, C2; allows rotation of the head
What is the axis
Composed of bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body from the skull to the end of the vertebral column
Axial Skeleton
The first vertebra, C1; allows you to nod your head
What is Atlas
What connects bone to bone?
Ligament
What are small, smooth sacs of fluid that facilitate movement and reduce friction at joints.
Bursa
12 vertebrae in the chest; attached to ribs
what are thoracic vertebrae
What connects muscle to bone?
Tendon
How many bones does the vertebral column contain?
26
What are the 3 functions of the Skeletal system
Support, Protection, Storage
What do you call the attachment site for a tendon, ligament, or other soft tissue to bone.
Enthesis
The skeleton can be divided into 2 sections. Name them
Axial and appendicular