Soc 12: Skeletal System Flashcards
(21 cards)
What is the skeletal system
Bones and joints
What is the 5 functions of the skeletal system
. Protection of vital organs
. Muscle attatchment
. Joints for movement
. Storing calcium and phosphurus
. Red and white blood cell production
What is the collar bone
Clavicle
What is the kneecap
Patella
What are the three bones in your feet
. Tarsals (at the top)
. Metatarsals (in the middle)
. Phalanges (at the bottom)
What protects the brain
Cranium
What bone is in your upper leg
Femur
What protects the lungs
Rib
What is the bone in your upper arm
Humerus
What is the bone in the centre of the chest
Sternum
What is the bone in your hip
Pelvis
What is the bone in your lower arm
Radius
What is the bone just above your wrist
Ulna
What bone is on your back (shoulder blades)
Scapula
What is the bone directly on your shin
Tibula
What is the bone in your neck
Vertebrae
What is the bone on the side of your lower leg
Fibula
What are long bones
. Longer than they are wide
. Generate movement
What are short bones
. Weight bearing
. Generally same size in length, width and thickness
What are irregular bones
. Protection/attachment for muscles
What are flat bones
. Protect vital organs
