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Skeletal System
The skeletal system provides definite shape and mechanical support to the body, and it also helps in movement and locomotion. Ask questions about the skeletal system and bones here.
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Is distal radius and ulna type of syndesmosis joint?
The radius and ulna are joined by a syndesmosis along the lengths of their shafts. The distal radioulnar joint is not a syndesmosis.
Is a knee a joint bone or tendon?
The knee itself is made of ligaments cartilage and bone, and the kneecap is made of bone.
Where is the third or fourth lumbar on your spine?
Place your hands on your hips, so that they are resting on the superior surface (top) of your hip bones, with your thumbs pointed towards your back. If you slide your hands towards your back, when your thumbs meet, that is approximately the level of the spinous process of the 3rd or 4th lumbar vertebrae.
Which bone houses the lacrimal canal?
The word lacrimal means a type of stroke ending which is used in typography.
A pectus excavatum deformity or sunken chest is a chest that bends inward in the center. It may press against the heart or lungs. It may be accompanied by other birth defects. It should be treated by surgery so the heart and lungs can grow naturally and so the child is not constantly embarrassed by the comments of other children.
The joint between the femur and the tibia?
i believe it is the denver nuggets boiling point when placed in a frying pan with some fresh onions and vegetable oil
What are the muscle is attached to the ribs and sternum That expand the rib cage During Inhalation?
it's called the diaphragm! but technically it expands your muscles so your lungs can expand, it doesn't expand the ribcage.
What is the spongy stuff called in a joint?
the inside part of most bones. an example in the cranium (skull), we have spongy bone in the middle and compact bone on top and bottom.
What helps strengthen bones as they grow?
milk and minerals :) p.s. i would know cause im a doctor :)
The joints between bones of the skull are immovable and called sutures.
What does the clavicle do in the skeletal system?
It is your Collar bone. I dont know the function of it.
Can you live without a knee cap?
Yes you can break your kneecap. If you did, it is very important to go to the hospital. if you wait too long, they might not be able to fix it with surgery. if you go now, you will probably have to have surgery, but its better than not having a knee. :)
The cervical vertebrae are the smallest vertebrae True or false?
No, the coccyx is smaller. The coccyx is formed by fused vertebrae.
The shorter bone in your forearm. Hold you hand out in front of you with your arm bent and your thumb at the top of your hand, the bone at the top of your forearm is your "radius" the bone at the bottom of your forearm is your "ulnar".
