Skeletal System
How many bones are in the Skeletal System?
206
What is the main function of bones
allow us to stand and walk, as well as protects the internal organs.
What is Osteoarthritis?
The breakdown of cartilage.
Joints are where how many bones come together to allow movement?
Two.
The bones in the Appendicular Subdivision are;
Upper and lower extremities, shoulder area, pelvic area
how much does a skeletal system weigh
20 lbs
Around how many forms of arthritis are there?
What three places does cartilage give shape and support to?
The nose, ears, and trachea.
How many bones are in the Axial subdivision
80
what minerals are bones made of
calcium and phosphate
Which disorder is normally age-related?
Osteoporosis.
How many main types of joints are there?
Three.
How many bones are in the Appendicular Subdivision?
126
What are Sharpeys fibers
tiny strong fibers that attach tendons and ligaments to the bone.
Which disorder has inflammatory joint reaction caused by accumulation of uric acid crystals.
Gout.
What kind of connective tissue is cartilage considered?
Non vascular.
The Bones in the Axial Subdivision are;
what is the difference between Compact bone and Cancellous bone
Compact bone is a hard dense bone forms the outer layer of bone. Where it is needed for strength
Cancellous bone is a light porous inner layer underneath the compact bone.
Which disorder has these symptoms? Sudden onset of fever, limited movement, severe pain in the body part involved.
Osteomyelitis
The Fibrous Joints.