Skeletal System

Skeletal System

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Biology

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a ball and socket joint?

Back

A type of synovial joint that allows for rotational movement in multiple directions, exemplified by the hip and shoulder joints.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the diaphysis of a long bone?

Back

The diaphysis is the long, tubular shaft of a long bone, primarily composed of compact bone.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are synovial joints?

Back

Joints that are characterized by a fluid-filled joint cavity, allowing for a wide range of motion; examples include hinge, ball and socket, and saddle joints.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the epiphyseal plate?

Back

A layer of cartilage located at the ends of long bones where bone growth occurs during childhood and adolescence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the periosteum?

Back

A dense layer of vascular connective tissue that envelops the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the types of joints in the skeletal system?

Back

The main types include synovial, fibrous, and cartilaginous joints.

7.

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Front

What is the function of spongy bone?

Back

Spongy bone provides structural support and flexibility, and it houses bone marrow.

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