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Bone The dense, semi rigid, porous, calcified connective tissue forming the major portion of the skeleton of most vertebrates. It consists of a dense organic matrix and an inorganic, mineral component http://www.thefreedictionary.com/bone
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Bones are The organs of the skeletal system that Protect softer tissue Provide muscle attachment points House blood producing cells Store inorganic salts
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Long Bones Short Bones Flat Bones Irregular Bones Round Bones
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Long BoneFlat Bone Irregular BoneShort BoneRound Bone
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Have longitudinal axes Expanded ends (Epiphysis) Acts as a lever
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The Femur Located in thigh Supports movement
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Cube like Equal lengths Equal widths
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The Talus Located in the ankle Acts as major ankle bone
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Plate like structures Broad Surfaces Provides protection
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The Scapulae Located in the shoulder Serves as a broad plate for anchoring muscles
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Variety of shapes Connected to several other bones Major function is support
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The Vertebral Column Located in the back Has 33 articulated ring like bones
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UUsually small and nodular EEmbedded in tendons AAct as pullies
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The Patella Located in the Knee Articulates with femur
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Pros Healthy lifestyle Healthy Diet Daily activity Proper calcium & vitamin D intake Age Cons Poor diet Smoking Sedentary lifestyle Disease Age
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Types of Injuries Green stick fracture Transverse fracture Impact fracture Compound fracture http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEydeUcNxtI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEydeUcNxtI A video compilation of bone injuries in sports (Viewer Discretion is advised)
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Your older than 65 You’ve broken a bone after age 50 Your close relative has osteoporosis or has broken a bone Your health is "fair" or "poor" You smoke You am underweight for my height
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Bones are essential to homeostasis A healthy life style along with knowledge will lead you and your bones to a long healthy life.
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