Bone Shapes Review

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What are flat bones?

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Flat bones are thin, flattened, and usually curved bones that provide protection and a surface for muscle attachment. Examples include the skull, ribs, and sternum.

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What are long bones?

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Long bones are bones that are longer than they are wide, primarily found in the limbs. They support weight and facilitate movement. Examples include the femur and humerus.

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What are short bones?

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Short bones are roughly cube-shaped and provide stability and support with little movement. Examples include the carpals in the wrist and tarsals in the ankle.

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What are irregular bones?

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Irregular bones have complex shapes that do not fit into the other categories. They provide support and protection. Examples include the vertebrae and some facial bones.

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What are sesamoid bones?

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Sesamoid bones are small, round bones that are embedded within tendons. They help to protect tendons from stress and wear. An example is the patella (kneecap).

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Identify the bone shape of the skull.

Back

The skull is classified as a flat bone.

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Identify the bone shape of the femur.

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The femur is classified as a long bone.

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Identify the bone shape of the wrist bones.

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The wrist bones (carpals) are classified as short bones.

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Identify the bone shape of the vertebrae.

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The vertebrae are classified as irregular bones.

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Identify the bone shape of the patella.

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The patella is classified as a sesamoid bone.