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Irregular bones have complicated shapes and therefore can not be classified in any of the shape based catergories. Their shapes are due to their function, for example, proving mechanical support for the body yet protecting the spinal cord, in the case of the veterbrae. Examples common to all are the vertebrae and some facial bones.

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The classification of the bone type which includes such bones as the vertebrae of the backbone and some facial bones?

The classification you are referring to is irregular bones. These bones have complex shapes and do not fit into other categories like long, short, or flat bones. Examples include vertebrae in the spine and certain bones in the face like the sphenoid and ethmoid bones.


Are vertebra bones irregular bones?

Yes, vertebrae are considered irregular bones. Irregular bones have complex shapes that do not fit into any other bone classification category. Vertebrae have unique shapes and functions that distinguish them from other bone types.


What four groups are bones classified in?

Bone types are classified according to their shape. First, we have the long bones. Long bones are wide and are found in your arms and legs. Second, the short bones. These bones are fairly equal-sized in width and length, similar to a cube, and are mostly found in your wrists and ankles. Third, we have flat bones. These are thinner bones that can be either flat or curved and are platelike in nature. Examples of flat bones are the skull, ribs, and breastbone (sternum). Irregular bones are like the parts of a jigsaw puzzle. These are the odd-shaped bones needed to connect to other bones. The hip bones and vertebrae that make up our spine are examples of irregular bones.


Where are the irregular bones located?

Irregular bones are found in various locations throughout the body, such as in the spine (vertebrae), hips (pelvis), and face (facial bones). These bones do not fit into the categories of long, short, or flat bones due to their complex shapes and functions.


What are irregular bones found in the spine?

Irregular bones found in the spine include the vertebrae. These bones provide support and protection to the spinal cord. The irregular shape of vertebrae allows for movement while maintaining stability in the spine.

Related Questions

Vertebrae are examples of what bones?

Irregular bones.


Are their irregular bones or round bones?

There are irregular bones, these bones are your vertebrae


What are some examples of irregulair bones?

The Hyoid bone in your neck, and the Stapes in your ears are irregular in shape.


The classification of the bone type which includes such bones as the vertebrae of the backbone and some facial bones?

The classification you are referring to is irregular bones. These bones have complex shapes and do not fit into other categories like long, short, or flat bones. Examples include vertebrae in the spine and certain bones in the face like the sphenoid and ethmoid bones.


Name an irregular bone?

The irregular bones are the inner ear and the verterbrate and the back of the ankle i hope this help


Examples of bones according to its shape and size?

Examples of long bones are the femur in the thigh and the humerus in the upper arm. Flat bones include the skull and the sternum. Short bones are found in the wrist (carpals) and ankle (tarsals). Irregular bones like the vertebrae in the spine and the hip bones have complex shapes.


What are the three basic shapes of bones?

There are actually five basic shapes for bones: 1. Long bones - examples: humerus or femur 2. Short bones - examples: carpels and tarsals 3. Flat bones - example: sternum 4. Irregular bones - example:: vertebra in the spine 5. Sesamoid bones - example: patella


What are the 4 of bones?

Bones classified into four groups. Long bones,Short bones,Flat bones, and Irregular bones


Are vertebra bones irregular bones?

Yes, vertebrae are considered irregular bones. Irregular bones have complex shapes that do not fit into any other bone classification category. Vertebrae have unique shapes and functions that distinguish them from other bone types.


What are irregualar bones?

Bones that are irregular in mannor


Why are irregular bones an irregular shape?

sides that aren't the same


What is irregular bones?

Haha you have an irregular Bone... If ya know what i mean