12 Questions
Which type of bone is characterized by being longer than they are wide?
Long bones
Which type of bone is mostly cubelike and contains spongy bone?
Short bones
Which type of bone is characterized by being thin, flattened, and usually curved?
Flat bones
Which type of bone includes the sternum, ribs, and most of the skull bones?
Flat bones
Which function of the skeletal system involves using bones as levers to move the body?
Movement
Which type of bone does not fit into any of the previous classifications mentioned?
Irregular bones
Where does hematopoiesis occur?
In the red marrow of long bones
What is the function of articular cartilage in long bones?
To cushion bone ends and absorb stress during joint movement
What is interstitial growth in bone?
Growth at the epiphyseal plate with new cartilage laid down and subsequently ossified
What is appositional growth in bones?
Osteoblasts secreting bone matrix on the external bone surface
What is the function of a trochanter in bones?
Large, blunt, irregularly shaped process
What does a spine represent in bone anatomy?
A narrow ridge of bone, usually prominent
Explore the characteristics of long bones, such as their elongated shape and construction primarily of compact bone. Learn about short bones, which are roughly cube-like and mainly consist of spongy bone. Understand flat bones, which are thin, flattened, and perform various functions in the body.
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