Skeletal System

A sesamoid bone. This type of bone is found embedded within a tendon or a muscle, typically where it passes over a joint, to protect the tendon from excessive wear and pressure. An example of a sesamoid bone is the patella, embedded within the patellar tendon.

No, that is actually a common mistake people make. You never really mix it up unless your are actually researching the human body. The femur is actually super narrow, that's what they get mixed up.

Panthers have about 250 bones in their body, including the bones in their spine, limbs, ribs, and skull. These bones provide structure, support, and protection for the panther's body.

A normal adult typically has 206 bones in their body. This number can vary slightly from person to person due to individual differences, such as the presence of certain bones that may not fuse together completely.

Yes, a sledgehammer has the potential to break a femur bone due to its heavy weight and force upon impact. The femur is the strongest bone in the human body, but extreme force from a sledgehammer could cause a fracture or break.

The thoracic spine is from the base of the neck to the bottom of the rib cage. All the thoracic vertebrae - all 12 have ribs attached. The curve the thoracic spine has is called the thoracic curve, or kyphosis. It is normal to have a curve but if the curve is excessive or twists to the side it is abnormal. It can cause problems or if mild most people do not know it is there.

In the female, the pubic bone is anterior to the urethral sponge.

The left and right hip bones join at the pubic symphysis.

The sternum and ribs belong to the axial skeleton.

The efferent limb assessed in the knee jerk reflex is the femoral nerve, which transmits the signal from the spinal cord to the quadriceps muscle causing it to contract and the leg to kick.

Hungry bone syndrome is a condition that can occur after parathyroid surgery, specifically after removal of a hyperfunctioning parathyroid gland. It is characterized by severe and prolonged hypocalcemia due to increased bone uptake of calcium as the body tries to replenish calcium stores. Symptoms can include muscle cramps, tingling sensations, and weakness.

If you are experiencing soreness and swelling in your ankle but can still walk without difficulty, it is possible that you have a mild ankle sprain. It is advisable to rest, ice, compress, and elevate your ankle to reduce the swelling and discomfort. However, if the pain persists or worsens, it is recommended to seek medical evaluation to rule out any other underlying issues.

The lumbar region is generally considered the weakest part of the spine due to the significant load it bears from supporting the upper body. The cervical (not cumbrain) region is inherently more vulnerable to injury due to its mobility and structure, but the lumbar region is often more prone to strains and wear-and-tear issues.

This example demonstrates adaptation, as birds have evolved hollow bones to enhance their ability to fly, which is critical for survival.

Dangerous? Well... I had this about 15 years ago and I am still alive. 46 degree curve to the right for the lumbar and 18 degree curve to the left in thoracic. The Lumbar curve was eventually corrected with surgery/rods/screws. I'm still stuck with the upper curve, and have lots of muscle pain, nerve pain, headaches, back pain, fibromyalgia, and bad posture.... ya.... at least I'm alive and not dying though!

The stringy tissues that connect bones together are called ligaments. These fibrous bands help stabilize and support joints by attaching bone to bone.

Absolutly, well sorta, all tissues of the body need oxygen to survive. but what most people think of as bones are just the hard calcium and mineral structure that is left behind when we perish. however inner area's of the bone called marrow need oxygen to make blood cells. their are also cells in bone called osteoblasts which constantly build bone and osteoclasts which constantly break down bone these cells in a nutshell keep the bones in good repair. to do their job they need oxygen. do the minerals that make bones hard and durable need oxygen? nope. dose everything else in bones need it ? absolutly

There are 29 bones in the human head. They consist of 8 cranial bones, 14 facial bones, the hyoid bone, and 6 auditory (ear) bones.

The 8 cranial bones are the frontal, 2 parietal, occipital, 2 temporal, sphenoid, and ethmoid bones.

The 14 facial bones are the 2 maxilla, mandible, 2 zygoma, 2 lacrimal, 2 nasal, 2 turbinate, vomer and 2 palate bones.

The hyoid bone is horseshoe-shaped bone at the base of the tongue.

The 6 auditory ossicles (little bones) are the malleus, incus and stapes in each ear.

The term "xiphoid" means "sword-shaped" and it refers to the small, sword-like structure at the inferior end of the sternum, known as the xiphoid process. It is a small, cartilaginous extension at the bottom of the sternum in the shape of a sword.

Each superior ring is formed by the iliac bone; the anterior side stretches from the ... ligaments --- form a twisting mechanism encircling the neck of the femur. ... in order to constrict the abdominal cavity and pull the diaphragm upward. .... to backward inclination, and the greater sciatic notch is well rounded.

The main portion or shaft of a long bone is called the diaphysis.

The coxal bone does not have a single fuse. It consists of three bones: ilium, ischium, and pubis, which fuse together during early development to form the coxal bone.

Deer bones are typically harder and denser than chicken bones due to the size and strength of deer. Deer bones are designed to withstand the weight and movement of a larger animal, whereas chicken bones are smaller and more fragile due to the bird's size and anatomy.

A shallow basin-like depression in a bone that often serves as an articular surface is called a fossa. These depressions allow for articulation and movement between bones in the skeletal system.

The tough connective tissue membrane that covers most parts of all bones is called the periosteum. It provides nourishment to the bone and contains nerves and blood vessels that support bone health and repair. The periosteum also plays a role in bone growth and development.