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Which process primarily forms flat bones such as those found in the skull?

  • Intramembranous ossification (correct)
  • Cartilage formation
  • Endochondral ossification
  • Bone remodelling

    • What is the first stage of bone remodelling?

  • Mineralization
  • Formation
  • Resorption
  • Resting State (correct)

    • Which type of joint allows little to no movement and is connected by dense connective tissue?

  • Fibrous joints (correct)
  • Elastic joints
  • Cartilaginous joints
  • Synovial joints

    • During which stage of bone remodelling do osteoclasts break down old bone tissue?

    <p>Resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In endochondral ossification, where does the primary ossification center form?

    <p>Diaphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about bone mineralization is true?

    <p>It restores bone strength by depositing calcium and phosphate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes a gomphosis joint?

    <p>A joint formed by pegs fitting into sockets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase follows the reversal stage in bone remodelling?

    <p>Formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint is characterized by movement in one plane, such as flexion and extension?

    <p>Hinge Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cartilage is found in the epiphyseal plates of growing bones?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint allows for rotational movement around a single axis?

    <p>Pivot Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body called?

    <p>Abduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of joint allows for gliding movements and is typically found in the wrist?

    <p>Gliding Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following terms describes the upward movement of the foot at the ankle?

    <p>Dorsiflexion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint type allows movement in two planes without rotation?

    <p>Condyloid Joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint is formed by bones connected by fibrocartilage, allowing slight movement?

    <p>Symphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of diploic veins in the skull?

    <p>To drain blood from cranial bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of an osteon contains blood vessels and nerves?

    <p>Haversian canal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cartilage is known for providing smooth surfaces for joint movement?

    <p>Hyaline cartilage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do osteoclasts play in bone tissue?

    <p>Responsible for bone resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of bone matrix layers surrounds the Haversian canal?

    <p>Concentric lamellae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are osteogenic cells primarily located?

    <p>Endosteum and periosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of fibrocartilage?

    <p>Resists compression and tension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures connects adjacent Haversian canals?

    <p>Volkmann's canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure in compact bone connects the Haversian canals of different osteons?

    <p>Volkmann's canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which joint type allows for the greatest range of motion?

    <p>Ball-and-socket joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of bone remodeling involves the formation of new bone matrix by osteoblasts?

    <p>Formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of osteoporosis in terms of cellular activity?

    <p>Imbalance favoring osteoclast activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of medication is commonly used to manage osteoporosis by inhibiting bone resorption?

    <p>Bisphosphonates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What pathological feature characterizes rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Inflammation of the synovial membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment option is NOT commonly utilized to manage rheumatoid arthritis?

    <p>Bone density scans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function do bones play in supporting the body?

    <p>They provide a rigid framework that supports the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following lifestyle changes can aid in the management of osteoporosis?

    <p>Calcium and vitamin D supplementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is primarily classified as a lever?

    <p>Long bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of red marrow in bones?

    <p>Production of blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function allows bones to protect internal organs?

    <p>Hard barrier formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone would you classify the patella as?

    <p>Sesamoid bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of mineral storage in bones?

    <p>It facilitates nerve conduction and muscle contraction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bones are characterized by their complex shapes?

    <p>Irregular bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does yellow marrow function within the bones?

    <p>It serves as an energy reserve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Bone Physiology

    • Bone physiology is crucial for understanding how bones and cartilage contribute to the overall function of the human body
    • This unit examines bone structure, function, and dynamics, along with cartilage types, and joints, which enable movement and provide support

    Functions of Bone and Cartilage

    • Support: Bones provide a rigid framework, supporting the body and maintaining shape. This structural support is important for posture and muscle attachment, enabling movement
    • Protection: Bones form hard barriers, protecting vital organs. Examples of this protection include the skull sheltering the brain, ribs protecting the heart & lungs, and vertebrae protecting the spinal cord
    • Movement: Bones act as levers that muscles pull on to produce movement. Joints where bones meet allow a range of motions, essential for skeletal movement
    • Mineral Storage: Bones store essential minerals (calcium and phosphorus), which can be released into the bloodstream, maintaining mineral balance. This supports physiological processes such as nerve conduction and muscle contractions
    • Triglyceride Storage: Yellow marrow in the medullary cavities of long bones stores triglycerides, acting as an energy reserve for the body
    • Blood Cell Production: Red marrow within certain bones is responsible for hematopoiesis (production of blood cells). This includes red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets

    Gross Anatomy of the Bone

    • Types of Bones: Bones are classified by shape
      • Long Bones: Longer than wide, acting primarily as levers (examples: femur, humerus)
      • Short Bones: Nearly equal in length and width, providing stability and limited movement (examples: carpals, tarsals)

    Microanatomy of the Bone

    • Osteon (Haversian System): The fundamental functional unit of compact bone. It consists of concentric rings (lamellae) surrounding a central Haversian canal
      • Haversian Canal: Contains blood vessels and nerves, supplying bone cells
      • Volkmann's Canals: Connect adjacent Haversian canals, allowing for the passage of blood vessels and nerves
      • Canaliculi: Small channels extending from lacunae, connecting osteocytes, facilitating nutrient and waste exchange between osteocytes and vessels
      • Lamellae: Layers of bone matrix within an osteon: concentric (surrounding Haversian Canal), interstitial (between osteons), circumferential (encircle entire bone)
    • Bone Cells:
      • Osteogenic Cells: Precursor cells differentiating into osteoblasts. Found in periosteum and endosteum; crucial in bone growth and repair
      • Osteoblasts: Bone-forming cells, synthesizing and secreting bone matrix. Once trapped in the matrix, they become osteocytes
      • Osteocytes: Mature bone cells maintaining bone matrix. Reside in lacunae, communicating with one another and the bone surface via canaliculi
      • Osteoclasts: Large, multinucleated cells responsible for bone resorption. Secrete acids and enzymes, releasing calcium and other minerals into the bloodstream

    Cartilage

    • Hyaline Cartilage: Most common type, providing smooth surfaces for joint movement, flexibility, and support (found in nose, trachea, larynx, ends of long bones)
    • Fibrocartilage: Dense, tough cartilage resisting compression and tension (found in intervertebral discs, pubic symphysis, menisci of knee)
    • Elastic Cartilage: Flexible; maintaining shape and structure while allowing movement (found in external ear, epiglottis, Eustachian tubes)

    Embryonic Bone Formation

    • Intramembranous Ossification: Forms flat bones (skull, clavicles). Mesenchymal cells differentiate into osteoblasts, secreting bone matrix
    • Endochondral Ossification: Most bones are formed through cartilage replacement. Begins with cartilage model, gradually replaced by bone tissue

    Bone Remodelling

    • Continuous process involving resorption of old bone and formation of new bone. Maintaining bone strength and mineral balance
      • Stages:
        • Resting: Inactive surface
        • Resorption: Osteoclasts break down old bone
        • Reversal: Cells prepare for formation
        • Formation: Osteoblasts create new bone matrix
        • Mineralization: Calcium and phosphate deposition strengthens new matrix

    Types of Joints

    • Fibrous Joints: Connected by dense connective tissue; little to no movement
      • Sutures (skull), Gomphosis (teeth), Syndesmosis (tibiofibular)
    • Cartilaginous Joints: Connected by cartilage; limited movement
      • Synchondrosis (epiphyseal plates), Symphysis (pubic symphysis, intervertebral discs)
    • Synovial Joints: Most movable; characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity
      • Hinge (elbow), Gliding (wrist), Pivot (atlantoaxial), Saddle (thumb), Condyloid (wrist), Ball-and-socket (shoulder, hip)

    Movements of Joints

    • Flexion/Extension: Bending/straightening; changing angle between bones
    • Abduction/Adduction: Movement away/towards body midline
    • Rotation: Movement around central axis
    • Circumduction: Circular movement combining flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction
    • Supination/Pronation: Forearm rotation; palm up/down
    • Inversion/Eversion: Foot movement; sole inward/outward
    • Dorsiflexion/Plantarflexion: Ankle movement; raising/lowering foot

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