Bones Type

Question 1

Long

Answer 1

Feature
Contain yellow bone marrow
Function
Movement and act as levers

Femur, humerus, tibia, fibula

Question 2

Flat

Answer 2

Feature
Sbonge bone between layers of compact bone. Large surface area
Function
Protects delicate areas.
Areas of muscle attachment

Cranium, rib cage

Question 3

Short

Answer 3

Features
Very light but strong
Function
Articulate around each other

Carpals, tarsals

Question 4

Sesamoid

Answer 4

Features
Reduce friction, smooth surface
Function
Found within a tendon

Patella

Question 5

Irregular

Answer 5

Features
Spongy bone on inside of compact bone
Function
Perform particular functions

Vertebrae