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22 Cards in this Set
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An organ that can relax, contract and move your body.
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Muscle
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Attaches bone to bone.
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Ligament
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Layer of skin under the dermis, provides insulation.
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Fatty Layer
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Circular structures in the compact bone.
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Haversian
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Covers the bone, like the bone's skin.
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Periosteum
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Explain the difference between Osteoblasts and Osteoclasts.
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Osteoblasts - builds bone
Osteoclasts - breaks down bone |
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Explain the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles and give an example.
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Voluntary muscles you move (Ex. Arm)
Involuntary muscles you don't move (Ex. Heart) |
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Where can you find immovable joints?
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Skull and Pelvis
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Name 3 types of muscles found in the body and give an example of where they can be found.
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1. Skeletal Muscle - found all over
2. Cardiac Muscle - heart 3. Smooth Muscle - intestines |
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Red blood cells are made in the _____.
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Red marrow
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Which of the following is the most solid form of bone?
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Compact
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The pelvis has an immovable joint.
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True
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Which of the following are stored in bones?
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Calcium and Phosphorus
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What are the mobs of cartilage?
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1. Shock absorption
2. Reduce friction |
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Skin grafts are used to heal an injured area of the body where there is no skin.
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True
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The order of the 3 skin layers are:
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Epidermis, Dermis, Fatty Layer
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What is the name of the pigment that gives your skin color?
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Melanin
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You are born with 300+ bones and end with 206.
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True
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The dermis layer contains what?
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Sweat Glands, Oil Glands and Nerves
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Tendons attach bone to bone.
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False
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What is the major functions of the skeletal system?
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1. Gives shape and support
2. Blood cells are formed in bones 3. Protects inner organs |
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All bones have a spongy layer.
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False
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