Skeletal Movement Flashcards
0
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Functions of the skeleton
A
Leverage Support Protection Storage Blood-cell formation
1
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Age of peak bone mass
A
20-30
2
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Morphology
A
Shape and structural arrangement of bones and characteristics of the articulations connecting bones
3
Q
Bones (increase/decrease) in size from superior to inferior
A
Increase
4
Q
our skeletal system is better for (speed and ROM/force development)
A
Speed and ROM
5
Q
Minerals found in bone
A
Calcium
Phosphate
6
Q
Type of collagen in bones
A
Type I
7
Q
Where is water found in bones
A
Mostly around collagen fibers
8
Q
Osteocytes
A
Bone cells
9
Q
Osteoblasts
A
Cells that create bone
10
Q
Osteoclasts
A
Cells that resorb bone
11
Q
Collagen
A
Elastic material
12
Q
Cortical Bone
A
compact, very dense outer layer
13
Q
Where is cortical bone found?
A
diaphysis
14
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cancellous/trabecular bone
A
spongy, very porous inner layer
