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What are the structures of the skeletal system?
Bones, Cartilage, Ligaments, Tendons
What are the 5 functions of the skeletal system?
Support, Protection, Movement, Storage, Blood cell formation
What is the function of red bone marrow?
Formation of red blood cells, white blood cells & platelets
How is the blood calcium level maintained?
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What is the difference between spongy bone and compact bone?
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What is an osteon?
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What is an osteoblast?
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What is an osteoclast?
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What is an osteocyte?
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What type of cartilage is found in the epiphyseal plate?
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How many bones are in the adult skeleton?
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How many bones make up the skull?
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How many vertebrae make up the vertebral column?
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What are the 3 small bones located in the middle ear?
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What bones make up the cranium?
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What are the functions of the intervertebral disks?
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How many vertebrae are in the Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar divisions?
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What are the functions of the thoracic cage?
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What is the name of the central indentation in the superior margin of the sternum?
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How many pairs of ribs are there?
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What is the difference between false ribs and true ribs?
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What are floating ribs?
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What is the function of the appendicular skeleton?
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What 2 bones make up the pectoral girdle?
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The clavicle is also known as the...
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What bone is located in the upper arm?
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What are the bones located in the forearm?
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What is the location of these hand bones: Carpal, Metacarpal, Phalanges?
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What are the functions of the pelvic girdle?
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What bone is located in the thigh?
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What is the kneecap called?
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What bones make up the foot?
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What is Amphiarthrosis?
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What is Diarthrosis?
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What is Synarthrosis?
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What is Diaphysis?
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Where is yellow bone marrow stored in adults?
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What bones make up the jaw bone?
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Where are Zygomatic Bones located?
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What is the function of the Hyoid bone and where is it located?
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What is arthritis?
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What is gout?
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What does arthr/o refer to?
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What does -osis refer to?
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Study Notes
Structures of the Skeletal System
- Composed of bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons.
Functions of the Skeletal System
- Provides structural support for the body.
- Protects vital organs such as the heart and lungs.
- Facilitates movement by acting as levers.
- Acts as a storage reserve for minerals like calcium.
- Responsible for blood cell formation in red bone marrow.
Bone Marrow
- Red bone marrow is essential for forming red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Calcium Management
- Blood calcium levels are maintained by storing excess calcium in the bone matrix or releasing it when levels decrease.
Bone Composition
- Spongy bone is lighter and less dense than compact bone.
- An osteon is the microscopic structural unit of compact bone.
Bone Cell Types
- Osteoblasts: Cells responsible for bone formation.
- Osteoclasts: Cells that break down or resorb bone tissue.
- Osteocytes: Mature bone cells that help maintain bone tissue.
Cartilage
- The epiphyseal plate contains hyaline cartilage, important for bone growth.
Human Skeleton Structure
- Adults have a total of 206 bones.
- The human skull consists of 28 bones.
- The vertebral column is made up of 26 vertebrae.
Ear Bones
- The middle ear contains three small bones: malleus, incus, and stapes.
Cranial Bones
- Composed of the frontal, parietal, occipital, temporal, sphenoid, and ethmoid bones.
Intervertebral Disks
- Act as shock absorbers and allow flexibility, increasing the strength and resilience of the spine.
Vertebrae Distribution
- Cervical: 7 vertebrae (C1-C7)
- Thoracic: 12 vertebrae (T1-T12)
- Lumbar: 5 vertebrae (L1-L5)
Thoracic Cage Functions
- Provides protection for the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels.
- Supports the shoulder girdle and assists in breathing.
Rib Structure
- There are 12 pairs of ribs in total.
- True ribs directly attach to the sternum, while false ribs do not.
- Floating ribs have no anterior attachment.
Appendicular Skeleton
- Aids in body movement and consists of the pectoral girdle and pelvic girdle.
Pectoral Girdle
- Composed of the anterior clavicle (collarbone) and posterior scapula.
Arm and Hand Bones
- The upper arm contains the humerus.
- Forearm bones include the radius (lateral) and ulna (medial).
- Hand bones: carpals are wrist bones, metacarpals form the palm, and phalanges are the finger bones.
Pelvic Girdle Functions
- Supports body weight and protects the bladder, large intestine, and reproductive organs.
Leg and Foot Bones
- The thigh bone is the femur, while the kneecap is called the patella.
- The foot consists of tarsal (ankle), calcaneus (heel), metatarsal (midfoot), and phalanges (toes).
Joint Types
- Amphiarthrosis: Slightly movable joints (e.g., ribs).
- Diarthrosis: Freely movable joints, also known as synovial joints.
- Synarthrosis: Immovable joints, such as cranial sutures.
Bone Structure
- Diaphysis refers to the shaft of a long bone, while yellow bone marrow is found in the medullary cavity.
Jaw Bone Structure
- The maxilla forms the upper jaw, while the mandible forms the lower jaw.
Zygomatic Bones
- These bones form the cheek prominences, also known as malar bones.
Hyoid Bone
- A U-shaped bone in the neck that serves as a base for the tongue and supports muscles for swallowing.
Joint Conditions
- Arthritis: Inflammation of a joint.
- Gout: Acute arthritis caused by uric acid crystals in a joint, leading to inflammation, swelling, and pain.
Common Root Words
- arthr/o: Joint
- -osis: Condition
- dia-: Through
- epi-: Above or upon
- oste/o: Bone
- -blast: Immature cell
- -clast: To break
- -cyte: Cell
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