Skeletal System Anatomy, Postural Deviations, Bone Types, Remodeling, and Functions

Fill-in-the-blank practice flashcards covering divisions of the human skeleton, postural deviations, bone classifications, bone remodeling stages, and general functions of the skeletal system.

The main function of the appendicular skeleton is to move the ___axial_______ skeleton.

Function of appendicular skeleton

The appendicular skeleton is found in the ___limbs_______ (legs, arms).

where can you find the appendicular skeleton

The axial skeleton supports the body to maintain ________posture__ and protects organs.

axial skeleton

Kyphosis is an excessive curvature of the ______thoracic____ vertebrae.

What is kyphosis

Kyphosis can be caused by disease, arthritis, tumors, and _slouching_________.

causes of kyphosis

Scoliosis is defined as an excessive curvature of the spine from ___side to side _______.

What is scoliosis

Lordosis is an excessive curvature of the ______lumbar____ vertebrae.

What does lordosis mean

Lordosis can be caused by obesity, spinal injury, and ____osteoporosis ______.

Causes of lordosis

Long bones are structurally defined as being ___longer_______ than they are wide.

what are long bones

Short bones are structurally described as being roughly _____cube_____ shaped.

Short bones

A sesamoid bone is a bone embedded within a _____tendon_____.

Sesamoid bone

In a sporting example, tarsals are used for weight bearing when an athlete is __________ continuously.

running

Vertebral bones protect the __________ when an athlete goes for a tackle in rugby.

spinal cord

The cranium acts as a barrier protecting the brain when an athlete falls over their __________.

bike

The patella is used to reduce friction when an athlete is __________ continuously.

squatting

The humerus provides __________ when an athlete is continuously picking up weights up and down.

leverage

Weight bearing exercises cause __________ on the surface of the bone to initiate bone remodeling.

microfractures

During the RESORPTION phase of bone remodeling, osteoclasts produce an __________ environment on the lining cell of the bone.

acidic

The stage of bone remodeling where osteoclasts undergo apoptosis and pre-osteoblasts become osteoblasts is called __________.

REVERSAL

During the FORMATION phase, osteoblasts fill the pit and produce a matrix that is mineralised by calcium and __________.

phophuros

The final stage of bone remodeling where osteoblasts become part of the lining is called __________.

Quiescence

Blood cell production in the medullary cavity is known as __________.

haematopoiesis

Haematopoiesis is controlled by the hormone __________.

erythropoiten (EPO)

To reduce friction at joints and prevent wear and tear, __________ fluid creeps into the joint capsule.

synovial