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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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What does the rib cage support?
The rib cage supports and protects vital organs in the thoracic cavity, including the heart and lungs. It also provides structural support for the upper body and aids in respiration by allowing the expansion and contraction of the chest during breathing. Additionally, the rib cage serves as an attachment point for muscles involved in breathing and upper limb movements.
What are the bones and muscles and joints used in volleyball?
I only know the overhead serve so far,
JOINTS
MOVEMENT
MUSCLE
§ Shoulder
Ball and socket joint
Abduction
Adduction
Flexion
Extension
Circumduction
Deltoids
Pectorals
Latissimus Dorsi
Trapezius
§ Elbow
Hinge joint
Flexion
Extension
Triceps
Biceps
Wrist Flexors
§ Hip
Ball and socket
Flexion
Extension
Quadriceps
Hamstring
Hip Flexors
§ Knee
Hinge Joint
Flexion
Extension
Hamstring
Tibialis Anterior
§ Hand/Wrist
Gliding Joint
Flexion
Extension
Wrist Flexors
Wrist Extensors
§ Ankles
Gliding Joint
Plantar Flexion
Dorsiflexion
Achilles Tendon
Gastrocnemius
Tibialis Anterior
Volume of cylinder is 3600 height is 4.8 miles what is radius?
Since the volume of a cylinder is V = (pi*radius^2)*height,
then, rearranging, radius = square root (V / (pi*height)).
Plug the numbers in and find out!
Is surgery the best answer for canine broken pelvis?
Depends on where the fracture is, any dislocations, and the weight of the dog.
What is the strongest bones of human body?
The temporal bone, which makes up part of your skull, is the strongest bone in the human body. Many think it's the femur, but the femur is the biggest and longest bone, but not the strongest.
Is bones hard white and brittle?
Bones are strong, durable and slightly flexible. They can give a little. they are white and brittle when they dry out and are exposed to the air for some time.
Why do fat people have wrist bones covered in fat?
Genetics determines where an individuals body deposits fat. I am a fat person but both my ankles and my wrist bones are clearly prominent. Every body is different.
How do you find the radius of a circle if you don't know the circumference?
ok... This is very simple.Just find the center and measure from there to the outside then you have your radius. OR you could simply find the circumference. Then use Pi. Did you know that March 14 is Pi day because the date is 3-14 ?
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Who made a set of calculating rods from bone or ivory?
Try looking here: http://www.mathsyear2000.org/museum/floor3/gallery9/gal2_2p3.html
Being able to put your palms on the floor without bending your knees show good?
flexible. that's all.
