the structure, function and disorders of the skeletal system Flashcards by ruby windle

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What are the 5 functions of skeletal system

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*Support** - keeps body upright
*Protection** - hard cover over vital organs
*attachment for muscles**
*Source of blood cell production** - red marrow produces all blood cells
*Store of minerals**

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What is labelled A

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Cranium/skull

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What is labelled B

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Mandible

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What is labelled C

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Clavicle

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What is labelled D

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Scapula

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What is labelled E

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Sternum

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What is labelled F

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Ribs

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What is labelled G

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Humerous

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What is labelled H

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Radius

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What is labelled I

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Ulna

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What is labelled J

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Pelvis

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What is labelled K

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Sacrum

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What is labelled L

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Coccyx

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What is labelled M

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Carpals

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What is labelled N

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Metacarpals

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What is labelled O

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Phalanges

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What is labelled P

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Femur

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What is labelled Q

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Patella

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What is labelled R

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Tibia

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What is labelled S

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Fibula

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What is labelled T

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Calcaneus

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What is labelled U

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Tarsals

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What is labelled V

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Metatarsals

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What is labelled W

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Cervical Vertebrae

What is labelled X

Thoracic Vertabrae

What is labelled Y

Lumbar Vertebrae

Fractures

Crack or break in the bone, usually caused by an accident.

what is osteoarthritis

excessive wear of the joints causes cartilage to break down causing friction

What is osteoporosis

this is when bones loose density and have less material in them, become brittle and more likely to fracture.

What is rickets

Lack of vitamin D which causes bones to become softer