Skeleton

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What is the appendicular skeleton?

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The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton. It includes the shoulder girdle, pelvis, and the bones of the arms and legs.

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What is the calcaneus?

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The calcaneus, also known as the heel bone, is the largest bone in the foot and forms the foundation of the rear part of the foot.

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True or False: The shoulder and hip are ball and socket joints.

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True. Both the shoulder and hip joints allow for a wide range of motion due to their ball and socket structure.

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What is the pisiform bone?

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The pisiform is a small wrist bone located in the proximal row of the carpal bones, and it is shaped like a pea.

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What is the largest and strongest bone in the human body?

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The femur is the largest and strongest bone in the body, supporting the weight of the body and allowing for movement.

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What is the axial skeleton?

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The axial skeleton includes the bones of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, providing support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and thoracic organs.

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What are ball and socket joints?

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Ball and socket joints are a type of synovial joint that allows for rotational movement in multiple directions. Examples include the shoulder and hip joints.

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What is the function of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body's organs, facilitates movement, and produces blood cells.

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What is the role of the femur in the body?

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The femur supports the weight of the body during standing, walking, and running, and it connects the hip to the knee.

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What are the major bones in the human arm?

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The major bones in the human arm include the humerus (upper arm), radius (forearm), and ulna (forearm).