Chapter 5 Vocabulary

Front

What are the three types of bones that form the structure of the hand?

Back

Carpal bones form the wrist, metacarpal bones form the palm, and phalanges form the fingers.

Front

What is the role of the epiphyseal plate in bone growth?

Back

The epiphyseal plate is responsible for the lengthwise growth of long bones.

Front

What type of bones are formed by two thin layers of compact bone sandwiching a layer of spongy bone?

Back

Flat bones, such as those in the skull, ribs, and sternum.

Front

What is an impacted fracture?

Back

An impacted fracture occurs when bone ends are forced into each other.

Front

Which bone is known as the largest and strongest bone of the face?

Back

The mandible, which forms the lower jaw.

Front

Define carpal bones.

Back

Carpal bones are the eight small bones that make up the wrist.

Front

What is the function of metacarpal bones?

Back

Metacarpal bones form the framework of the palm of the hand.

Front

What are phalanges?

Back

Phalanges are the bones that make up the fingers and toes.

Front

What is the difference between flat bones and long bones?

Back

Flat bones are thin and flat, providing protection, while long bones are longer than they are wide and primarily support weight and facilitate movement.

Front

What is a compression fracture?

Back

A compression fracture occurs when a bone is crushed, often seen in the vertebrae.