Musculoskeletal System and Terminology

Front

Lumb/o means

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lumbar

Front

What is the term for a type of cancer that affects plasma cells found inside the bone marrow?

Back

Myeloma

Front

How many vertebrae are in the neck?

Back

7

Front

What does 'myo' mean?

Back

Muscle

Front

Chondromalacia means softening of the

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cartilage

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

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

Front

What is the term for the inflammation of a joint?

Back

Arthritis

Front

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Back

Femur

Front

What does 'osteo' refer to?

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Bone

Front

What is the term for the tough connective tissue that connects muscles to bones?

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Tendon