| What is it's purpose? | Appendicular or Axial Skeleton | T or F | Vocab |
|---|---|---|---|
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What is the skeletal system main function?
To provide support for the body
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Cranium
Axial
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When you are a baby you have more bones than the adult
True
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A structure made up of bones
Skeleton
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What does bone marrow do?
Produces red blood cells
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Humerus
Appendicular
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There are two sets of phalanges.
True
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Protects your brain.
Cranium
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What does the thoracic cage do?
These bones form a protective cage around the organs of the upper torso, including the heart and lungs.
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Patella
Appendicular
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The clavicle is also known as the shoulder blade.
False
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These separate each vertebral body to absorb shock in the spine.
Intervertebral discs
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What is the purpose of the ischium?
To be the "sit bone"
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Occipital
Axial
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The coccyx has 4 fused vertebrae.
True
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Hold bone to bone
ligaments
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What is the purpose of hyoid?
It serves as a point of attachment for muscles and ligaments in the neck.
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Navicular
Appendicular
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Your matatarsals are the top parts of your fingers
False
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Holds bone to muscle
Tendon
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