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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 do you call the junctions between bones that are capable of a wide range of movements?
The are called synovial joints.
Does a red fox have an exoskeleton or endo?
A red fox has an endoskeleton.
Exo = outside (think of taking an exit to get out)
Endo = inside (think of INdo)
The foxes skeleton is inside of them. This is what makes it an endoskeleton.
What are the functions of the hip bone?
The hip bone functions to provide support for the upper body when you are standing. The hip also plays an important role in the actions of walking and running.
What makes the bones strong yet light?
Their strength to weight ratio comes from their being a thick tube (cortical bone) with a "scaffold" of cross-connecting spines ( medullary bone) extending throughout the length of the bone. These scaffolds act a little like Rebar metal rods reinforcing concrete.
Is there an optional 2-4 WD shift mechanism for the original vacuum system for 80 -88 AMC Eagle?
It was never optional, however the early 1980-1983 models had the NP119 transfer case which did not have a 2WD mode, thus no selector was on those models (they were 100% 4WD all the time). Due to market pressure, later models from 1984-1988 all had the NP129 transfer case which was the selectable one, and all had a selector on the dash using a vacuum shift system. This was to satisfy consumers who didn't want to lose a couple miles per gallon when they didn't need the 4WD (and so the advertising could tout the slightly higher MPG figures). Sometimes AMC did some odd things depending on parts they had available, so there could be a few NP119's (and lack of selector switch) in 1984 models - aside from what previous owners might have swapped/modified.
What did Humans use bones and Antlers for?
They could use bones for sewing needles, decoration and structures There is evidence that they used the leg bones of the ancient elephant like Mastodon as house building material. The main use of antlers bones were for digging out flints,minerals and making holes in the soil ,also for use as weapons.
Toes can be problems when stubbed and injured. For broken skin, simply put A&D ointment on it with a Bandaid.
Whether stubbed or broken, doctors do very little for toes. You can firmly tape the hurt toe to its neighbor-- but not so tight that it swells around the tape! If it swells, loosen the tape.
Make sure to use ice during the first 72 hours. Wrap the ice in a towel, on for 15 minutes OR take it off if you have pain, throbbing, or the skin changes color. You can reapply several times a day. Elevate the foot on a pillow. Try to stay off it for the first 24-48 hours. If you cannot walk then, it is likely broken BUT all the ER will do is X-Ray and tape it.
Note: Whether stubbed or broken, the toe can have considerable bruising. It should go away within 5 to 10 days.
Prevention: Wear shoes in the house. Shoes must cover the toes--no sandals or flip-flops.
It's a bone spur that builds up where the ligament(s) attach to the bone. It can be very painful. =What Causes a Heel Spur to Develop?= Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body but may also be the most deficient. The amount of calcium that we absorb from our food varies widely. Our age is one factor. An adolescent may absorb up to 75% of the calcium obtained from foods, while in adults the maximum absorption rate ranges from 20% to 30%. Even though our bones feel solid and seem permanent, they're just like any other body tissue- they're constantly being broken down and formed again. In an adult, 20 percent of bone calcium is withdrawn from bones and replaced each year. Thus, every five years the bones are renewed. Calcium is found in the extra cellular fluids and soft tissues of the body where it is vital to normal cell functioning. Much of the calcium in soft tissues is concentrated in muscle, although it is contained in the membrane and cytoplasm of every cell. When the body is deficient of calcium it begins to leach calcium from the bones. In many people this happens to be in the heel of the foot or some other weak area of the body. As the calcium is being leached, it forms an eruption (similar to a volcano). This eruption is the bone spur. A bone spur in the heel is called a heel spur.
What is the name of the end of your elbow?
The "tip" of the elbow (ginglymus joint) is part of the larger lower arm bone, the ulna, and is called the olecranon.
What is the name of the bottom plate on a turtle that is continuous with the breastbone or sternum?
plastron
Find the circumference of a circle whose radius is 4 feet?
The correct answer is 25.13 feet, not the figure given below - which is twice as large.
The Lovely Bones why did Harvey kill people?
Because he thought people with bad lives wanted to move on hence when he asked her the question "do you have any boyfriends?" and stuff like that so he killed children to die faster and leave the misery and again he was crazy so yeah but he didn't kill adults because they were ahead in life and closer to death
What is the fibrous covering of a long bone is called?
Hyaline cartilage is the tough translucent material, popularly called gristle, that covers the end of the long bones.
What is the function of the spine when talking about bone landmarks?
To maintain body position, without it, everyone would be having problems with movement and coordination.
Get punched what hurts more head or ribs?
I'd say getting punched in the head hurts more than getting punched in the ribs
Would you be able to move your wrist when it is fractured?
yes you can but, since most of the time the broken bones in your wrist would grind painfully against each other, it not only NOT recommended to do, but extremely painful.
