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Ch. 6 Bones and Bone Structure
Martini - Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology 11th Edition
Martini, Nath, Bartholomew11th EditionFundamentals of Anatomy & PhysiologyISBN: 9780136874089Non è quello che usi tu?Cambia libro di testo
Capitolo 6, Problema 7c

Classify the bones in the following diagram according to their shape.
c. _____
Diagram showing human bones labeled by shape: humerus, parietal bone, skull section, vertebra, carpal bones, and patella.

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Step 1: Identify the bone labeled (c) in the diagram, which is a section of the skull.
Step 2: Recall the classification of bones by shape: long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, and sesamoid bones.
Step 3: Understand that flat bones are typically thin, flattened, and often curved, providing protection and broad surfaces for muscle attachment. The skull bones, including the section labeled (c), fall into this category.
Step 4: Confirm that the bone labeled (c) is a flat bone because it is part of the skull, which protects the brain and has a broad, flat shape.
Step 5: Conclude that the bone labeled (c) should be classified as a flat bone.

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Bone Classification by Shape

Bones are classified into four main shapes: long, short, flat, and irregular. This classification helps in understanding their function and location in the body. For example, long bones like the humerus support weight and facilitate movement, while flat bones like the parietal bone protect internal organs.
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Structural Joint Classifications

Long Bones

Long bones are characterized by a shaft and two ends, primarily composed of compact bone. They are longer than they are wide and function mainly in support and movement. The humerus, shown in the diagram as (a), is a typical example of a long bone.
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Overview of Long Bones

Irregular Bones

Irregular bones have complex shapes that do not fit into other categories. They often have specialized functions such as protection of nervous tissue or providing multiple anchor points for muscles. The vertebra (d) in the diagram is an example of an irregular bone.
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Short, Flat, and Irregular Bones