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Which characteristic is most indicative of a long bone?
Which characteristic is most indicative of a long bone?
- Complex shape that doesn't fit into other bone classifications.
- Thin, flattened, and often curved structure.
- Cube-like shape with primarily spongy bone.
- Length greater than width and a shaft with heads at both ends. (correct)
What primary tissue type constitutes short bones?
What primary tissue type constitutes short bones?
- Dense connective tissue.
- Spongy bone. (correct)
- Adipose tissue.
- Compact bone.
Which of the following is an example of a flat bone?
Which of the following is an example of a flat bone?
- Carpals.
- Vertebra.
- Sternum. (correct)
- Femur.
How are irregular bones uniquely characterized?
How are irregular bones uniquely characterized?
What is the structural arrangement of compact and spongy bone in flat bones?
What is the structural arrangement of compact and spongy bone in flat bones?
Which of the following bones is classified as a long bone due to its structure and function?
Which of the following bones is classified as a long bone due to its structure and function?
In a long bone, such as the femur, what is the diaphysis primarily composed of?
In a long bone, such as the femur, what is the diaphysis primarily composed of?
Given its function in protecting the brain, which bone type is the parietal bone?
Given its function in protecting the brain, which bone type is the parietal bone?
Considering their location and load-bearing role, how are vertebrae classified?
Considering their location and load-bearing role, how are vertebrae classified?
If a bone sample consists mostly of spongy bone tissue, from which bone type was the sample most likely taken?
If a bone sample consists mostly of spongy bone tissue, from which bone type was the sample most likely taken?
Flashcards
Long bones
Long bones
Typically longer than wide; has a shaft with heads at both ends. Contains mostly compact bone
Short bones
Short bones
Generally cube-shaped; contain mostly spongy bone.
Flat bones
Flat bones
Thin and flattened, usually curved. Thin layers of compact bone around a layer of spongy bone.
Irregular bones
Irregular bones
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Diaphysis
Diaphysis
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Epiphyses
Epiphyses
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Study Notes
Classification of bones on the basis of shape
- Long bones, short bones, flat bones, and irregular bones are the classifications
- Figure 5.1 applies
Long Bones
- Humerus of arm is an example
Short Bones
- Carpals of the wrist are an example
Flat Bone
- Parietal bone of skull is an example
Irregular bone
- Vertebra is an example
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Description
Explore the classification of bones based on their shapes. The main classifications include long bones like the humerus, short bones like carpals, flat bones such as the parietal bone, and irregular bones like the vertebra. Figure 5.1 provides a helpful visual aid for understanding these categories.
