MS Bone Types

Question 1

What are long bones?

Answer 1

Tubular in shape and are found in limbs that serve as levers for muscles.

Question 2

What are short bones?

Answer 2

Cubical in shape and provide support and stability with little or no movements.

Question 3

What are flat bones?

Answer 3

Flat surface to facilitate muscular attachment or provide protection to underlying soft tissue.

Question 4

What are sesamoid bones?

Answer 4

Small, somewhat like sesame seeds, and develop inside tendons.

Question 5

What are irregular bones?

Answer 5

Irregular or mixed shape.