Bones flashcards are a tool used to help students learn about the different bones in the human body. These flashcards have been used for many years to help students memorize the names and locations of bones, making it easier to study anatomy and biology.
Studying Bones is important because it helps us understand the structure and function of our bodies. By learning about the skeletal system, we can better understand how our bones support us and protect our organs. This knowledge can also help us take care of our bodies and prevent injuries.
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quick facts
Bones make up the skeletal system in our bodies and provide structure and support for our muscles.
There are 206 bones in the adult human body, but babies are born with around 300 bones that eventually fuse together as they grow.
Bones are made up of collagen and calcium phosphate, which make them strong and flexible at the same time.
Our bones are constantly being broken down and rebuilt through a process called remodeling, which helps keep them strong and healthy.
The smallest bone in the human body is called the stapes, which is located in the ear and helps transmit sound vibrations to the brain.
card list
Front
Back
Skull
The skull is the bony structure that protects the brain and supports the face.
Clavicle
S-shaped bone that connects the shoulder and chest.
Scapula
The scapula is a flat, triangular bone in your upper back that helps with arm movement.
Sternum
The sternum is a flat bone in the center of the chest that connects the rib bones together.
Ribs
Curved bones that protect the chest and help with breathing.
Humerus
The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm that connects the shoulder to the elbow.
Radius
The radius is one of the two bones in your forearm. It is on the same side as your thumb.
Ulna
The ulna is the longer bone in the forearm, located on the pinky side of the arm.
Carpals
Bones in the wrist that allow for movement and flexibility.
Metacarpals
Long bones in the hand that connect the wrist to the fingers.
Phalanges
Finger and toe bones.
Femur
The femur is the longest and strongest bone in the human body, located in the thigh.
Patella
Kneecap – a small bone in front of your knee that helps protect the joint.
Tibia
The tibia is the shin bone in your leg.
Fibula
The fibula is a thin bone on the outside of your lower leg.
Tarsals
Bones in the foot that help with balance and movement.
Metatarsals
Long bones in your feet that connect your toes to your ankles.
Phalanges
The phalanges are the bones in your fingers and toes.
Vertebrae
The vertebrae are the small bones that make up the spine and protect the spinal cord.
Sacrum
The sacrum is a triangular bone located at the base of the spine that connects to the pelvis.
Coccyx
The coccyx is a small triangular bone at the bottom of the spine, also known as the tailbone.
Ilium
The ilium is the large, wing-shaped bone in the pelvis that helps support the body’s weight and connects to the sacrum.
Ischium
The ischium is the bone in your pelvis that you sit on.
Pubis
The pubis is a bone in the pelvis that helps support the body’s weight and protect the organs in the lower abdomen.
Pelvis
The pelvis is like a bowl-shaped bone in your lower body that connects your spine to your legs.
Clavicle
Collarbone: A long, curved bone that connects the shoulder blade to the breastbone.
Scapula
Shoulder blade: a flat, triangular bone in the back of the shoulder that helps with arm movements.
Sternum
The sternum is a flat bone in the center of the chest that connects to the ribs.
Mandible
The mandible is the bone in your jaw that moves when you talk or chew.
Maxilla
The maxilla is the bone in the face that forms the upper jaw and holds the upper teeth in place.
