Bone Function & Structure Flashcards
1
Q
What 3 things make up the skeletal system?
A
joints, bones, & connective tissue
2
Q
Functions of skeletal system?
A
- store calcium salts
- framework for body
- protect delicate structures
- produce blood cells
- levers for movement
3
Q
What is another name for compact bone
A
cortical
4
Q
What is another name for spongy bone
A
cancellous
5
Q
Bones/bone tissue have what
A
collagen, calcium salts, & marrow (yellow & red)
6
Q
What are the shape classifications of bones & give examples of each
A
- flat (cranium/ribs/sternum)
- irregular (pelvis/mandible)
- short (tarsals/carpals)
- long (femur/humerus)
7
Q
What are the 9 bone markings?
A
- fossa
- foramen
- meatus
- condyle
- head
- crest
- spine
- sinus
- process
8
Q
Describe a head marking
A
round & knoblike
9
Q
Describe a process marking
A
large projection
10
Q
Describe a condyle
A
rounded projection
11
Q
Describe a crest
A
distinct border/ridge
12
Q
Describe a spine
A
sharp projection
13
Q
Describe a formane
A
hole for nerves & vessels
14
Q
Describe a meatus
A
passageway/short channel
15
Q
Describe a sinus
A
air space between skull bones
