the 5 types of bones

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14 Terms

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length is greater than width

long bone

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long diaphysis, 2 epiphyses

long bone

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supports weight and enables movement

long bone

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curved to increase shatter resistance

long bone

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hollow medullary cavity on inside

long bone

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somewhat cubed shaped

short bone

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usually sits together with other bones of its type in a group

short bone

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provides stability to joints that bear weight

short bone

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thin, flat, usually a bit curved

flat bone

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protects internal organs

flat bone

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provides a great place for muscles to attach

flat bones

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complicated shape and doesnt fit in any other category

irregular bone

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short rounded bones that are buried within tendons

sesamoid bone

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protects tendons that run over joints from stress and wear

sesamoid bone