Musculoskeletal system Flashcards
1
Q
Carpal
A
bones in wrist
2
Q
Tarsal
A
bones in ankle
3
Q
Tendon
A
Connects muscle to bone
4
Q
ligament
A
connects bone to bone
5
Q
Biceps and triceps
A
biceps contract as arm is lifted, triceps relax as arm is lifted
6
Q
Osteoblasts
A
Build up bone
7
Q
Osteoclasts
A
Break down bone
8
Q
Functions of a skeleton
A
Movement, support, protection, production of red blood cells
9
Q
2 main parts of appendicular skeleton
A
Pectoral girdle
Pelvis
10
Q
2 bones that make up feet
A
Tarsals and metatarsals and phalanges(digits)
11
Q
Antagonist set of muscles
A
Biceps and triceps
12
Q
Regions in vertebral system
A
Cervical - 7 bones
Thoracic - 12 bones
13
Q
What are discs made of and what is their function
A
Cartilage - shock absorption
