Musculoskeletal

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    • What are bones defined as in the musculoskeletal system?
      Bones are rigid organs that form the skeletal system.
    • What is the primary function of bones in the body?
      Bones provide structure and support for the body.
    • What type of tissue are bones classified as?
      Bones are classified as connective tissues.
    • How do bones contribute to the framework of the body?
      Bones form the framework that supports the body.
    • What is one of the main functions of bones related to minerals?
      Bones store important minerals like calcium and phosphorus.
    • What are the general functions of bones?
      1. Support for the body 2. Protection of vital organs 3. Movement facilitation 4. Blood cell production 5. Mineral storage
    • What does the term "macroscopic structure" refer to in the context of bones?
      Macroscopic structure refers to the parts of bones visible without a microscope.
    • What are the two main types of bone tissue?
      1. Compact bone (cortical bone) 2. Spongy bone (trabecular bone)
    • What is the primary characteristic of compact bone?
      Compact bone is dense and solid, forming the outer layer of bones.
    • What is the primary characteristic of spongy bone?
      Spongy bone is lighter and less dense, with a honeycomb-like structure.
    • What is found in the medullary cavity of long bones?
      The medullary cavity contains yellow bone marrow in adults.
    • What is the diaphysis of a long bone?
      The diaphysis is the shaft of long bones composed mainly of compact bone.
    • What are osteons in the context of bone structure?
      Osteons are the basic structural units of compact bone.
    • What is the periosteum?
      The periosteum is a tough membrane covering the outer surface of bones.
    • What are epiphyses in the context of long bones?
      Epiphyses are the expanded ends of long bones.
    • Compact Bone
      Dense and compact tissue, outer layer of bones and shafts of long bones, provides mechanical strength and support, affects bone density and density-related functions
    • Spongy Bone
      Less dense and more open tissue, forms the ends of long bones, pelvis, and sternum, conserves bone space and reduces weight, allows for flexibility and adaptation to load changes
    • What are the two main categories of medical tests?
      Diagnostic tests and screening tests.
    • What is an example of a diagnostic test?
      A blood glucose test when diabetes is suspected.