Skeletal System

Front

What are the phalanges?

Back

The phalanges are the bones in the fingers and toes. Each finger has three phalanges (proximal, middle, and distal), while the thumb has two.

Front

What type of bone is the femur?

Back

The femur is classified as a long bone, which is characterized by its length being greater than its width.

Front

What is the trapezium?

Back

The trapezium is one of the carpal bones located in the wrist, specifically at the base of the thumb.

Front

Which bone articulates with the triquetrum?

Back

The pisiform articulates with the triquetrum.

Front

What is the function of the hamate bone?

Back

The hamate bone is a carpal bone that articulates with the 5th metacarpal, contributing to the wrist's structure and function.

Front

What are carpals?

Back

Carpals are the eight small bones that make up the wrist, allowing for a range of motion.

Front

What is the role of long bones in the body?

Back

Long bones support the weight of the body and facilitate movement, acting as levers.

Front

How many carpal bones are there?

Back

There are eight carpal bones in each wrist.

Front

What is the significance of the radius in the skeletal system?

Back

The radius is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the thumb side, and it plays a crucial role in wrist movement.

Front

What is the structure of a flat bone?

Back

Flat bones are thin, flattened, and usually curved, providing protection and a surface for muscle attachment.