Anatomy and Physiology: Skeletal System Overview
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What is the function of the 33 irregular bones in the vertebral column?

  • Assisting in arm movements
  • Supporting the lower body only
  • Protecting the spinal cord (correct)
  • Forming the skull

    • Why is the atlas vertebra named after the Greek god Atlas?

  • It is located in the lower body
  • It is the only bone in the vertebral column
  • It supports the skull, like Atlas supported the world (correct)
  • It is the largest bone in the body

    • What is the function of the thoracic cage?

  • Aiding in arm movements
  • Providing attachment points for muscles (correct)
  • Protecting the brain
  • Supporting the spinal cord

    • How do body movements occur according to the text?

    <p>When muscles contract across joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the appendicular skeleton?

    <p>Enabling arm and leg movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the song mentioned in the text?

    <p>To help remember all 206 bones of the skeletal structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is reductive in relation to the song mentioned?

    <p>The simplicity of bone connectivity in the song</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT included in the discussion about the skeletal system in the text?

    <p>Muscles and ligaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of joints, what is meant by 'meeting places'?

    <p>Locations where two or more bones come together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text mention that you have more joints than bones?

    <p>To highlight the importance of joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

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