Skeletal Anatomy Terminology
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Which term defines a large bump in skeletal anatomy?

  • Axial
  • Tuberosity (correct)
  • Depression
  • Tubercle
  • Which joint type is categorized as amphiarthrotic?

  • Fibrous
  • Cartilaginous (correct)
  • Diarthrotic
  • Synovial
  • What portion of the skeleton includes the bones of the limbs?

  • Appendicular (correct)
  • Synovial
  • Cartilaginous
  • Axial
  • What is the term for moving a body part downward?

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

    Which of the following accurately describes a synarthrotic joint?

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

    Which type of muscle has shorter fibers arranged obliquely to the central tendon?

    <p>Pennate muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reflex mechanism involves coordination between agonist and antagonist muscles?

    <p>Reciprocal inhibition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is described by overuse leading to chronic strain and pain in tendons?

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

    What term describes the excessive development of an organ or part?

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

    What is the result of cellular shrinkage leading to a decrease in size of tissue or organ?

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

    Study Notes

    Skeletal Anatomy

    • A tuberosity is a large bump on a bone.
    • A tubercle is a small bump on a bone.

    Types of Joints

    • Fibrous joints are synarthrotic, meaning they are immovable.
    • Cartilaginous joints are amphiarthrotic, meaning they are slightly movable.
    • Synovial joints are diarthrotic, meaning they are movable.

    Divisions of the Skeleton

    • The axial skeleton consists of the bones in the spine and skull, which form the central axis of the body.
    • The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs.

    Anatomical Movements

    • Depression refers to the downward movement of a bone or body part.
    • Elevation refers to the upward movement of a bone or body part.

    Muscle Characteristics

    • Pennate muscles have shorter fibers that run in an oblique line to attach to the central tendon.

    Muscle Coordination

    • Reciprocal inhibition is a reflex mechanism that coordinates effort between agonist and antagonist muscles.

    Tendon Injuries

    • Tendonitis involves acute injuries with inflammation, edema, and pain.
    • Tendonosis results from overuse, causing chronic strain and pain.

    Tissue Changes

    • Atrophy is a decrease in size of a tissue or organ due to cellular shrinkage.
    • Hypertrophy is an excessive development of an organ or part.

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    Learn and identify key terms related to skeletal anatomy, including types of joints, skeletal structures, and movements.

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