1.6.6

Bones

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Bones

There are 4 classifications (types) of bone:

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Long bones

  • The humerus and femur are examples of long bones.
  • Long bones are found in limbs (arms or legs).
  • Long bones are used for movement, shape, blood cell production and mineral storage.
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Short bones

  • The carpals and tarsals are examples of short bones.
  • Short bones are found in the hands and the feet.
  • Short bones are used for shape and small movements.
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Flat bones

  • The scapula, sternum and cranium are examples of flat bones.
  • Flat bones are found near vital (important) organs.
  • Flat bones are mainly needed for protection.
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Irregular bones

  • The vertebrae are examples of irregular bones.
  • Irregular bones are used for small movements and protection.

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1Biology

1.1Cells, Tissues & Organs

1.2Reproduction & Variation

1.3Ecological Relationships & Classification

1.4Digestion & Nutrition

1.5Plants & Photosynthesis

1.6Biological Systems & Processes

2Chemistry

2.1Particles

2.2Chemical Reactions

2.3Atoms, Elements, Compounds

2.4The Periodic Table

2.5Materials & the Earth

2.6Reactivity

2.7Energetics

2.8Properties of Materials

3Physics

3.1Energy

3.2Forces & Motion

3.3Waves

3.4Electricity & Magnetism

3.5Matter

3.6Space Physics

4Disciplinary Knowledge

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