4 Structure and functions of musculo-skeletal system Flashcards
(9 cards)
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Functions of the skeleton
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Support, protect, movement, structural shape, mineral storage & blood cell production
2
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Ligaments connect…
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Bone to bone
3
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Tendons connect…
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Muscle to bone
4
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Red bone marrow
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Where blood cells are produced which carry oxygen (blood cell production)
5
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Bone marrow produces…
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Red and white blood cells
6
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Flat bones: Attachment and protection
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- Cranium
- Ribs
- Sternum
- Scapula
7
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Irregular bones: Structure
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- Vertebrae: protects spinal chord
8
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Short bones
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Carpals (wrist)
Tarsals (knee)
9
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Long bones: Arms and legs
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- Humerus
- Ulna
- Tibia
- Fibula
