ANATOMY FLASHCARD on Chapter 5 "The Skeletal System"

Front

What attaches bone to bone?

Back

Ligament

Front

What type of bones are vertebrae?

Back

Irregular bones

Front

What is a round or oval opening through a bone called?

Back

Foramen

Front

What is the epiphysis of a bone?

Back

The end of a long bone

Front

What type of ribs attach directly to the sternum?

Back

True ribs

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.

Front

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Back

Cortical (compact) bone and trabecular (spongy) bone.

Front

What is the role of cartilage in the skeletal system?

Back

To provide cushioning and support at joints.

Front

What is the longest bone in the human body?

Back

The femur.

Front

What is the axial skeleton?

Back

The part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.