Rad posi 1.6

[Sopiyay]

How many bones comprise the typical ãdül†


skeleton?


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4. List the two main skeletal divisions that


make up the bony framework of the body.


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5. Define the following bone classifications:


a. Long: ____________________________


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b. Short: ____________________________


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c. Flat: _____________________________


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d. Irregular: _________________________


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e. Sesamoid: ________________________


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1. The typical ãdül† skeleton consists of 206 bones.

2. The two main skeletal divisions that make up the bony framework of the body are the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton.

3. Bone classifications:
a. Long bones: Bones that are longer than they are wide, such as the femur and humerus, designed for support and movement.
b. Short bones: Bones that are approximately equal in length, width, and thickness, such as the carpals and tarsals, providing support and stability.
c. Flat bones: Bones that are thin, flat, and curved, such as the skull bones and ribs, offering protection and providing a broad surface for muscle attachment.
d. Irregular bones: Bones that do not fit into the categories of long, short, or flat bones, such as the vertebrae and facial bones, serving various functions depending on their location.
e. Sesamoid bones: Small, round bones embedded within tendons or joint capsules, such as the patella (kneecap), protecting tendons from wear and tear and improving joint mechanics.