Skeletal System

Mineral salts, mainly calcium and phosphorus, account for almost two-thirds of the mass of bone tissue. These minerals provide strength and hardness to bones, helping to support the body and protect vital organs.

The hand is immediately distal to the carpal region. In particular, the metacarpals and phalanges are distal to the carpal region.

A bottle with a skull on the cap is typically used for containing a toxic substance, such as poison. It serves as a warning symbol to indicate that the content is dangerous or harmful if consumed.

No, the three small bones in the ear are collectively known as the ossicles. The stirrup, or stapes, is one of the three ossicles, along with the malleus (hammer) and incus (anvil).

Cartilage, as a rule, is the slowest healing tissue in the human body. The reason for this is the virtual absence of blood flow in this tissue. Most of the nutrition for cartilage comes from synovial fluid, the lubricating fluid in most of our joints. There are other types of cartilage in the body such as hyaline cartilage, forming the connection in the front of the rib cage. This type is also considered avascular, meaning without blood supply.

Bones on the other hand heal much faster than most tissues because of their rich supply of blood. The blood carries the nessecary building blocks required in the healing process.

The 3 bones that make up the nasal septum are the ethmoid, vomer, and the septal cartilage. These bones help to separate the two nasal cavities and provide structural support to the nose.

The spine, also known as the vertebral column, runs from the neck to the pelvis and the ribs are attached to it.

Extra growth of bone in the arm can be a sign of various conditions such as osteochondroma or osteoporosis. In some cases, it may cause pain, limited range of motion, or nerve compression. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and management.

The femur, also known as the thigh bone, is the largest and strongest bone in the human body. It extends from the hip to the knee and plays a crucial role in supporting the body's weight and facilitating movement.

Breaking a bone typically requires a significant amount of force, like a fall or trauma. The bone's strength, the force applied, and the individual's overall health all play a role in how easily a bone can be broken. In general, bones are strong and require considerable force to break.

Periosteum is a thin connective tissue membrane that covers bones and helps in bone growth, repair, and nutrition.

Calcium is the element that is essential for strong bones and teeth. It helps in building and maintaining bone strength and density. Dairy products, leafy greens, and nuts are good sources of calcium.

The most frequently broken bone during birth is the clavicle, also known as the collarbone. This bone can sometimes fracture due to the pressure exerted during delivery, especially if the baby is in a difficult position. However, clavicle fractures typically heal well and do not usually cause long-term problems for the baby.

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.

Men and women actually have the same number of ribs. The idea that men have one less rib than women comes from a biblical story about Eve being created from one of Adam's ribs. This is a myth and anatomically incorrect.

Cavemen used bones for various purposes, including tools such as knives, scrapers, and needles. They also used bones for making jewelry, ornaments, and as materials for creating musical instruments. Additionally, bones were utilized for tools in hunting and fishing.

• The bones lose calcium and also their density.
• Vertebrae become thinner and the spine compresses making the padding between the vertebrae wears away.
• Joints become less flexible

The medical term for abnormal softening of the cartilage of the ribs is "chondromalacia." It is a condition that can cause pain and discomfort in the affected area due to the weakened cartilage. Treatment typically involves rest, pain management, and sometimes physical therapy.

No. A person without bones would just be a pile of flesh on the floor. It may be possible for a person to move without bones, but not very fast or far. Plus, a person without bones has no skull or teeth, and therefore can't eat.

Yes, the eyebrow bone (also known as the supraorbital ridge) can be broken due to trauma or impact. A broken eyebrow bone can cause pain, swelling, and bruising around the eye area, and may require medical attention for assessment and treatment, which could include pain management, rest, or surgery in severe cases.

Yes, the femur is proximal to the tarsals. The femur is the long bone in the thigh, which is closer to the trunk of the body, while the tarsals are the bones in the foot, which are distal to the femur.

The longest bone: Femur bone(from hip joint to Knee), and as far as i know strongest part of body is enamel of teeth in the jaw. so u can consider it as strongest bone

the longest and strongest bone in the body is the leg bone !

from your knee to your ankle

i no most people would think the spine is the longest but it isn't i chekkD ! !

biie :P

the longest and strongest bone in the body is the leg bone !

from your knee to your ankle

i no most people would think the spine is the longest but it isn't i chekkD ! !

biie :P

The tailbone on a human, also known as the coccyx, is a vestigial structure, meaning it is the remains of a body part that we once may have had during the process of evolution. Just like its name implies, the tailbone could very well have been a tail at one time, but it is unclear how long it would have developed or grown. As humans began to travel and use two feet, a tail would have became useless and shrunk over time. Although this has not been proven, it is a possible theory for the existence of the human tail bone.

Today, the tail bone serves as a support structure for muscles and acts as a shock absorber when sitting. Non (Evolution Theory) Purpose of the coccyx. The Coccyx is an important attachment for various muscles, tendons and ligaments --- which makes it necessary for physicians and patients to pay special attention to these attachments when considering surgical removal of the coccyx. Additionally, it is also part of the weight bearing tripod structure which act as a support for a sitting person. When a person sits leaning forward, the ischial tuberosities and inferior rami of the ischium take most of the weight, but as the sitting person leans backward, more weight is transferred to the coccyx. The anterior side of the coccyx serves for the attachment of a group of muscles important for many functions of the Pelvic floor ( Example... Defication,Continence etc..)The levator- ani muscle which include coccygeus iliococcygeus, and pubococcygeus. Through the anococcygeal raphe, the coccyx supports the position of the anus. Attached to the posterior side is gluteus maximus which extend the thigh during ambulation. Many important ligaments attach to the coccyx: The anterior and posterior sacrococcygeal ligaments are the continuations of the anterior and posterior longitudinal ligaments that stretches along the entire spine. Additionally, the lateral sacrococcygeal ligaments complete the foramina for the last sacral nerve. And, lastly, some fibers of the sacrospinous and sacrotuberous ligaments (arising from the spine of the ischium and the ischial tuberosity respectively) also attach to the coccyx.

The fingernails are distal to the wrist. The wrist is proximal to the fingernails.

The big toe bone is called the hallux. It is the innermost (most medial) toe of the foot, and is made up of the proximal and distal phalanges.