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Skeletal System
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The skeleton and Anatomical terms
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LATERAL MEDIAL LATERAL SUPERIOR PROXIMAL DISTAL INFERIOR
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Types of Bones Long bones. Short bones Flat bones Irregular bones.
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1. Long bones Found in limbs (legs, arms)
Serve as levers for movement. Greater length than width. Mostly compact bone.
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2. Short bones Very strong but have less movement (carpal and tarsal bones or foot) Nearly equal in length and width. Mostly spongy bone with an outer of compact bone.
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3. Flat bones Usually thin.
Two layers of compact bone covering a thin layer of spongy bone. Provide protection and a large area for muscle attachment. E.G. Cranium, sternum and ribs.
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4. Irregular bones Mainly provide protection and support.
E.G. Pubis and vertebrae.
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Structure of a long bone.
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Name the following bones !!
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