Functions of the Skeletal System
calcium and phosphorus
What minerals are stored in the bones?
two parts
How many parts are there in the skeletal system?
femur, humerus
What is a long bone?
the point at which two bones meet
What is a joint?
if your bone is protruding through the skin what type of bone fracture is it.
What is compound?
bones protect internal_________
What is organs?
axial/appendicular
What are the names of the two skeletal system parts?
bones in your wrist and hands
What are short bones?
give an example of a "ball and socket" joint shoulder, hip
What is an example of a "ball and socket" joint?
if your bone is in two or more fragments, what type of fracture?
What is comminuted?
bones and muscles allow ______ of your body
What is movement?
Compact and spongy
What are the two types of bones found in the long bone?
knee, jaw
What is an example of a hinge joint?
what is the main mineral that helps your bones grow/repair and help prevent osteoporosis?
What is calcium?
the red bone marrow
What is: where are blood cells formed?
a strong, flexible material that provides a smooth surface that makes movements at a joint smooth.
What is cartilage?
Cartilage, ligaments, capsule, synovial membrane
What are the parts of a synovial joint?
your head turning on your spine is an example of what type of joint
What is a pivot joint?
condition of older animals in which joints become inflamed.
What is arthritis?
yellow bone marrow
What consist mostly of fat and energy reserve for the body?
the process of cartilage cells being replaced by bone cells and minerals
What is ossification?
Circular rings of bone which hold osteocytes in place
What are lamellae?
a ligament
What is the fibrous material that connect bone to bone?
bone which mishapes due to lack of vitamin d
What is rickets?