Skeletal System
A mature bone cell
Osteocyte
Inside the diaphysis of the bone is this hollowed out cavity filled with thick fluid.
Daily double
bone marrow
bones that protect your heart and lungs
ribs
scientific name for the jaw
mandible
breastbone -- middle of your chest
sternum
What are the four types of bones
Long, short, flat, irregular
Outer membrane of the bone
periosteum
Example of an irregular bone (DAILY DOUBLE)
vertebrae, sacrum, coccyx, and certain skull bones
Connects muscle to bone
Tendon
kneecap
patella
What are the two major skeletal system parts
Axial and appendicular
Red bone marrow produces what
blood cells
longest arm bone, which is at the top of the arm.
humerus
What are two flat bones?
Skull, sternum, scapula etc..
The medical term for bones after the wrist
(DAILY DOUBLE)
metacarpals
bone marrow that stores fats
yellow
bones are connected to one another by
(DAILY DOUBLE)
ligaments
Ankle bones are called _____________.
tarsals
What is the name of your upper arm bone?
Humerus
What is the name of the collarbone
Clavical
Another name for the shoulder blade
Scapula
Give an example of a ball and socket joint
Shoulder or hip
Another name for the skull
Cranium
What are the two bones in your forearm
Radius and Ulna