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Which of the following is NOT a major function of the skeletal system?
Which of the following is NOT a major function of the skeletal system?
Which type of bone is characterized by being longer than it is wide?
Which type of bone is characterized by being longer than it is wide?
What is the primary role of osteoblasts in bone anatomy?
What is the primary role of osteoblasts in bone anatomy?
Haversian canals are significant in the structure of bones. What do they primarily contain?
Haversian canals are significant in the structure of bones. What do they primarily contain?
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What distinguishes spongy bone from compact bone?
What distinguishes spongy bone from compact bone?
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Which of these is a significant function of yellow bone marrow?
Which of these is a significant function of yellow bone marrow?
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Which part of a long bone is referred to as the diaphysis?
Which part of a long bone is referred to as the diaphysis?
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What happens to the epiphyseal plate at the end of puberty?
What happens to the epiphyseal plate at the end of puberty?
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What type of bone is characterized by its lighter structure and trabecular formations?
What type of bone is characterized by its lighter structure and trabecular formations?
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Which hormone influences the width of bone growth?
Which hormone influences the width of bone growth?
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Where is articular cartilage located in relation to bones?
Where is articular cartilage located in relation to bones?
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What type of growth is appositional growth?
What type of growth is appositional growth?
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Which statement is true regarding bone remodeling?
Which statement is true regarding bone remodeling?
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What distinguishes a closed (simple) fracture from an open (compound) fracture?
What distinguishes a closed (simple) fracture from an open (compound) fracture?
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What is the primary structure that serves as axial support from the skull to the pelvis?
What is the primary structure that serves as axial support from the skull to the pelvis?
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Which bone is known for its role as a movable base for the tongue and is not part of the skull?
Which bone is known for its role as a movable base for the tongue and is not part of the skull?
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What is the function of the thoracic cage?
What is the function of the thoracic cage?
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How many lumbar vertebrae are present in the human body?
How many lumbar vertebrae are present in the human body?
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What type of joint allows partial movement and is found between vertebrae?
What type of joint allows partial movement and is found between vertebrae?
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Why is the spine curved?
Why is the spine curved?
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Which bone is considered the longest in the body?
Which bone is considered the longest in the body?
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What are the two main classifications of joints based on their functionality?
What are the two main classifications of joints based on their functionality?
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What can happen if an intervertebral disc gets pinched?
What can happen if an intervertebral disc gets pinched?
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What structural feature differentiates male and female pelvises?
What structural feature differentiates male and female pelvises?
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Study Notes
Skeletal System Functions
- Supports internal organs
- Enables movement (with muscles)
- Stores minerals (calcium, phosphorus, vitamin D)
- Produces blood cells (hematopoiesis)
- Stores energy (fat in yellow marrow)
Bone Shapes
- Long bones
- Short bones
- Flat bones
- Irregular bones
Microscopic Bone Anatomy
- Osteocytes: Mature bone cells in lacunae, maintain the bone matrix.
- Osteoblasts: Bone-forming cells.
- Osteoclasts: Bone-destroying cells.
- Lacunae: Cavities in bone matrix where osteocytes reside.
- Osteon: Complex consisting of central canal and concentric rings of matrix.
- Haversian canal: Canal carrying blood vessels and nerves in bone.
- Volkmann's canal: Canal perpendicular to Haversian canal.
- Medullary cavity: Cavity in bone shaft filled with yellow bone marrow (fat).
- Periosteum: Fibrous membrane covering bone diaphysis.
- Epiphyseal plate: Cartilage in young bones; causes lengthwise growth.
- Articular cartilage: Hyaline cartilage covering epiphyses.
- Diaphysis: Shaft of a long bone.
- Epiphysis: Ends of a long bone, composed of thin layers of compact bone filled with spongy bone.
Red vs. Yellow Bone Marrow
- Red bone marrow: Produces blood cells, found in certain bones (pelvis, ribs, vertebrae).
- Yellow bone marrow: Stores fat, found in medullary cavity of long bones.
Compact vs. Spongy Bone
- Compact bone: Dense, outer bone layer; provides strength.
- Spongy bone: Lighter, inner bone; contains trabeculae (structures for shock absorption).
Ossification
- Process where bone forms, replacing cartilage.
True/False Bone Growth
- a: False. Bone growth width is controlled by sex hormones and growth.
- b: False. Articular cartilage is found at the ends, not in the middle; it is replaced by new bone during length growth.
- c: False; New bone develops on the inner surface of the epiphyseal plates.
- d: False, Appositional growth is added to the exterior of the bone while the interior is removed.
- e: False, Bone growth width results in widening of the diaphysis and not the medullary cavity.
Intervertebral Discs
- Cushions and supports vertebrae, allows for movement.
- A pinched disc can cause pain, numbness, and weakness, depending on the pinched nerve's location.
Spinal Curvatures
- Spine curves for better support and balance (cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral).
Thoracic Cage Function
- Protects the heart and lungs, supports the shoulder girdle and assists in respiration.
Pelvic Differences
- Female pelvis: Wider, larger pelvic inlet for childbirth.
- Male pelvis: Narrower, robust.
Longest, Strongest, Heaviest Bone
- Femur
Joint Classification
- Based on structure (fibrous, cartilaginous, synovial) and function (immovable, slightly movable, freely movable).
Skeletal System Parts
- Axial: Skull, Vertebral Column, Rib Cage
- Appendicular: Limbs, shoulder girdles, pelvic girdles
Other Key Information
- Vertebrae numbers: 5 lumbar, various counts for cervical and thoracic, important for spine structure.
- Bone functions: Protection and support across entire skeleton; movement in conjunction with muscles.
- Bone composition: Concentric circles in lamellae arranged around central canal; bone cells (osteocytes) in lacunae are important for function.
- Bone growth: controlled by hormones and bone replacing cartilage.
- Bone types: Shapes include long, short, flat and irregular, reflecting different functions and locations. Different types of bone marrow exist (red and yellow) performing varying roles.
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Test your knowledge on the functions of the skeletal system and its microscopic anatomy. This quiz covers bone shapes, cell types, and the overall structure of bones. Perfect for students studying biology or anatomy!
