Skeletal System

An armlike bar of bone is called a brachial bone.

The pituitary gland rests on a bony structure called the sella turcica, which is located in a cavity at the base of the skull known as the sphenoid bone.

The knuckle-like process at the end of a bone is known as an articular surface or articular prominence. It plays a key role in forming joints and allowing for smooth movement between bones. The shape and structure of these articular surfaces vary depending on the type of joint and the specific bones involved.

The bulged end of a long bone such as the femur is called the epiphysis. It contains the growth plate, where new bone growth occurs during development. The epiphysis is important for joint stability and allows for smooth movement between bones.

Bone remodeling is primarily carried out by two types of cells: osteoblasts, which build new bone tissue, and osteoclasts, which break down old or damaged bone tissue. These cells work in a coordinated manner to maintain the balance between bone formation and resorption in order to keep the skeletal system healthy and strong.

Scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine, which often is noticed in childhood to teen years. It creates an abnormal curve in the vertebral spine. In severe scoliosis, the spinal vertebra can twist or curve so drastically that it misaligns the vertebra and places pressure on the spinal cord. However, yours is mild with no misalignment of the spine, therefore, chances are that you have no spinal cord entrapment. However, you should talk to your doctor about whether you need a brace, physical therapy, or specific exercises to prevent the condition from getting worse.

Ribs are classified according to their attachment to the sternum. The first seven pairs of ribs attach directly to the sternum and are called true ribs. Ribs 8-10 have cartilage that attaches to the cartilage of the seventh rib and are called false ribs. The eleventh and twelfth ribs do not attach to the sternum and are called floating ribs.

Sphenoid Bone. Along the midline within the cranial cavity, a portion of the sphenoid bone indents to form the "saddle-shaped" Sella Turcica. The pituitary gland occupies this depression. The Sphenoid bone also contains two sphenoidal sinuses.

The pelvic bone is classified as a flat bone. It consists of the ilium, ischium, and pubis, which combine to form the pelvis. The pelvis serves as a strong foundation to support the body's weight and protect internal organs.

The RADIUS is one of two bones connecting the elbow to the wrist. Specifically, it's the one behind the thumb. see the link for a human skeleton with all the major bones labeled http://www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/anatomy/skeleton/Skelprintout.shtml

Parietal- Either of two large, irregularly quadrilateral bones between the frontal and occipital bones that together form the sides and top of the skull

* American Heritage Dictionary

The scapula, also known as the shoulder blade, is a triangular-shaped bone that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle (collarbone). The clavicle is a long bone that runs horizontally across the front of the shoulder. Together, these bones play a crucial role in supporting the shoulder joint and allowing a wide range of motion in the arm.

The average human backbone is composed of 33 vertebrae. These consist of 7 cervical vertebrae in the neck, 12 thoracic vertebrae in the upper/mid-back, 5 lumbar vertebrae in the lower back, 5 fused sacral vertebrae forming the sacrum, and 4 fused coccygeal vertebrae forming the coccyx at the base.

mandible or lower jaw is the movable portion of our skull....

it's if you have a less amount of calcium that you eat. you need all part of the food range to live healthy life. but vegetarians can sometimes be healthier because they eat alot of vegetables.

The term for correcting a bone deformity is "osteotomy," which involves cutting and reshaping the bone to improve alignment and function. This procedure is commonly performed in orthopedic surgery to treat conditions such as malunions, nonunions, or developmental abnormalities.

The ribs, the thoracic vertebrae and the sternum, some would also consider the clavicle part of the thoracic cage.

No, a bone density test is not painful. It is a quick and painless procedure that involves lying on a table while a machine scans your bone density, typically focusing on the hip and spine.

The zygomatic bone articulates with the frontal bone, maxilla bone, temporal bone, and sphenoid bone in the skull. These articulations help form the structure of the face and contribute to the overall stability of the skull.

Sitting with crossed legs can be a comfortable position for some people, providing stability and balance. It may also be a cultural or traditional practice in some societies. Additionally, some individuals find that sitting in this manner helps to maintain good posture and alignment of the spine.

An oracle bone was a piece of bone or shell used in ancient China for divination. Diviners would carve questions about the future onto the surface of the bone, apply heat to create cracks, and then interpret the cracks as answers from the spirit world. This practice was common during the Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BCE) in China.

The only bone in the face that has a dairthrotic joint is the jawbone, or mandible. A diarthrotic joint is one that can move freely, like your knee or shoulder. The rest of the skull is synarthrotic, meaning fixed.

Attaching the ribs anteriorly by cartilage allows for greater flexibility and movement during breathing. The cartilage also helps to provide support and protection to the ribcage, as it can flex and expand with the chest cavity.