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Compare the shapes of the bones of the human skull Sith the shapes of the bones of the human leg Why is the shape of these bones important?
because they are protecting the skull and the humerus
What are the different types of bones shapes?
I'm not sure if this is what you are looking for, but.. There are "irregular bones", "flat bones", "long bones", and "short bones".
What do phrenologist study?
shapes of skull bones
What is the difference between high cheak bones and low cheak bones?
they are different shapes.
What is the shape of the bone in your legs and arms it is one of the 4 basic shapes?
flat bones long bones short bones and irregal bones
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 shapes of the bones in the human body?
Each bone has a different shape.
Do cats have some of the same bones that humans have?
Yes, cats have many of the same bones that humans have, although the size and some of the specific shapes are different.
Is the metacarpal bone a short bone a flat bone or an irregular bone?
Tarsals and carpals are short bones. Metacarpals, metatarsals and phalanges are long bones.
What are examples of irregular bones?
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.
How long were Dinosaurs bones?
All dinosaurs were different shapes and sizes. Try to be a bit more specific.
Why do bones in your body have a Variety of shapes?
Bones cant funcion properly unless they fit right around muscles and organs so if all of your organs are different sizes the bones need to be adjusted to fit that size or shape.
