IB Sehs Chapter One Verified Answers

IB Sehs Chapter One Verified Answers 1. Proximal to the phalanges ️Metatarsals Anterior to the distal end of the femur ️Patella Posterior to the clavicle ️Scapula Distal to the femur ️Tibia & fibula Inferior to the third rib ️Sternum Lateral to the tibia ️Fibula Medial to the radius ️Ulna Superior to the first thoracic vertebrae ️Cervical vertebrae 2. Axial Skeleton ️Skull, ribs, vertebrae (cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral) sternum Appendicular Skeleton ️Clavicle, scapula, radius, ulna, humerus, carpal, metacarpals, phalanges, pelvic girdle, femur, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, patella 3. What bones form the pelvic girdle? ️Ilium, ischium, & pubis 4. What is the longest bone in the body? ️Femur 5. What are the functions of the skeletal system? ️Protects organs Supports posture Attachment point of muscles Storage & release of minerals Blood cell production Storage of energy 6. What are the functions of the vertebral column? ️Gives the body strength Helps maintain upright balance Absorbs shock during weight bearing exercise 7. Name the types of bone. Which type is the most important for movement? ️Long, flat, s