A&P
Bone destroying cells
Osteoclasts
The articular cartilage on the ends of bones is also called this
Hyaline Cartilage
How many bones are in the upper extremity (collectively)?
60
Movement in which one end of body is relatively fixed and the other moves in a circle
Circumduction
Any break in the continuity of a bone
Fracture
Structure that joins 2 bones that are side by side together and provides more attachment points for muscles
Interosseous membrane
Name the term in which bone is in the process of being destroyed or rebuilt.
Bone Remodeling
How many bones are in the appendicular skeleton?
126
Another name for wrist abduction
Radial Deviation
Pouchlike structure filled with synovial fluid
Ganglion Cyst
Name 2 uniaxial joints
Hinge joints & Pivot joints
What affects how fast bone can be repaired? (name at least 3)
Age, Gender, Physical activity levels, nutrition, medication use
80% of total bone mass is made of this
Compact Bone
Straightening a joint so the angle between bones increase
Extension
Loss of normal bone density; common bone disease increasing risk of fractures
Osteoporosis
Cylindrical shaft of a long bone
Diaphysis
Name the type of bone: ribs, pelvis
Flat
Cylindrical shaped units within bone are referred to as this
Osteons (or Haversion systems)
Pronation
Exaggeration of the curvature in the thoracic spine
Kyphosis
Process of bone tissue hardening
Ossification
Name the type of bone: Carpals, Tarsals
Short
What is the purpose of yellow bone marrow?
Storing fat & release as needed
Superior or upward movement
Elevation
Characterized by the inflammation of the joint capsule & progressive joint damage, leading to eventual loss of articular cartilage
Osteoarthritis