Skeletal System

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What is a Greenstick Fracture?

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A Greenstick Fracture is an incomplete bone break that occurs most commonly in infants, where the bone bends and cracks on one side without breaking all the way through.

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What are the two main parts of the human skeleton?

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The human skeleton is divided into two parts: the axial skeleton (which includes the skull, sternum, vertebral column, and rib cage) and the appendicular skeleton (which includes the limbs and pelvic girdle).

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What type of bone is the femur?

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The femur is classified as a long bone, which is characterized by its length being greater than its width.

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What is the function of the axial skeleton?

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The axial skeleton supports the head, neck, and trunk, and protects the brain, spinal cord, and thoracic organs.

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How many pairs of ribs are in the thoracic cage?

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There are 12 pairs of ribs in the thoracic cage.

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What is the role of the appendicular skeleton?

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The appendicular skeleton facilitates movement and includes the bones of the limbs and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton.

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What is a stable fracture?

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A stable fracture is a type of bone fracture where the broken ends of the bone remain aligned and in place.

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What is a comminuted fracture?

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A comminuted fracture is a type of bone fracture where the bone is broken into several pieces.

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What is the cranium?

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The cranium is the part of the skull that encloses and protects the brain.

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What are flat bones?

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Flat bones are bones that are thin and flat, providing protection to internal organs and a surface for muscle attachment, such as the ribs and skull.