Classification Of Bones

Question 1

Long bones role and examples

Answer 1

For leverage and movement.
Example is the femur- Leg (below quads)
Humerus (arm)
Tibia (lower leg)

Question 2

Role of Short bones and examples

Answer 2

Box shape for weight bearing
Carpals- wrist
Tarsals- ankle bones

Question 3

Flat bones role and examples

Answer 3

Thin bones that act like a shell.
Provide protection and good muscle attachment
Eg cranium
Scapula (shoulder blades)

Question 4

What do Irregular bones do and give an example

Answer 4

Unusually shaped, unique purpose
Provide protection and muscle attachment
Eg vertebrae