Skeletal System Med Term Review

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What is the patella?

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The patella, also known as the kneecap, is a small bone located in front of the knee joint that protects the knee and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.

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What is the function of the clavicle?

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The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the arm to the body and helps stabilize the shoulder.

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What are osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and osteocytes?

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They are types of bone cells: osteoblasts build bone, osteoclasts break down bone, and osteocytes maintain bone tissue.

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What is the mandible?

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The mandible is the lower jawbone, the largest and strongest bone of the face, which holds the lower teeth.

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What does spondyl/o refer to?

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Spondyl/o is a combining form that means 'vertebrae'.

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What is the role of bone marrow?

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Bone marrow is the soft tissue inside bones that produces blood cells.

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What is the difference between compact bone and spongy bone?

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Compact bone is dense and forms the outer layer of bones, while spongy bone is lighter, found inside bones, and contains red marrow.

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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 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.

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What is cartilage?

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Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including joints, the rib cage, and the ear.