Save
Upgrade to remove ads
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or

show password
Forgot Password?

Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or

Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account.
Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

Ch. 7 skeleton

QuestionAnswer
Raises area on lateral surface of humerus to which deltoid muscle attaches Deltoid tuberosity
Arm bone Humerus
Bones composing the shoulder girdle Clavicle and scapula
Forearm bones Ulna and radius
Point where scapula and clavicle connect Acromin
Shoulder girdle bone that has no attachment to the axial skeleton Scapula
Shoulder girdle bone that articulates anteriorly with the sternum Clavicle
Socket in the scapula for the arm bone Gleniod cavity
Process above the glenoid cavity that permits muscle attachment Coracoid process
Commonly called the collar bone Clavicle
Distal medial process of the humerus ; joins the ulna Trochlea
Medial bone of the forearm in anatomical position Ulna
Rounded knob on the humerus that articulates with the radius Captiulum
Anterior depression; superior to the trochlea; receives part of the ulna when the fire arm is flexed Coronoid fossa
Forearm bone involved in formation of elbow joint Ulna
Bones that articulate with the clavicle Scapula and sternum
Bones of the wrist Carpals
Bones of the fingers and toes Phalanges
Heads of these bones from the knuckles Metacarpals
Structure that encloses the nerve cord Vertebral arch
Weight bearing part of the vertebra Body
Provides levers for the muscles to pull against Spinous process
Provides an articulation point for the ribs Transverse process
Openings allowing spinal nerves to pass Intervertebral formania
Vertebra containing foramina in the transverse processes, through which the vertebral arteries ascend to reach the brain Atlas
Provides a pivot for rotation for the first cervical vertebra Axis
Transverse processes have facets for articulation with ribs; spinous process points sharply downward Thoracic vertebra
Composite bone; articulates with the hip bone laterally Sacrum
Massive vertebra; weight sustaining Lumbar vertebrae
Tail bone ; vestigal fused vertebrae Coccyx
Supports the head; allows the rocking motion of the occipital condyles Atlas
Seven components; unfused Cervical vertebrae
Twelve components; unfused Thoracic vertebrae
Fused to form the coxal bone Illium, ischium, pubis
Receives the weight of the body when sitting Ischial tuberosity
Point where the coxal bones join anteriorly Pubic symphysis
Upper margin of iliac bones Iliac crest
Deep socket in the coxal bone that receives the head of the femur Acetabulum
Point where axial skeleton attaches to the pelvic gridle Sacroiliac joint
Longest bone in the body , articulates with the coxal bone Femur
Lateral bone of the leg Fibula
Medial bone of the leg Tibia
Bones forming knee joint Femur and patella
Point where the patellar ligament attaches Tibial tuberosity
Kneecap Patella
Shin bone Tibia
Distal process on medial tibial surface Medial malleolus
Process forming the outer ankle Lateral malleolus
Heel bone Calcaneus
Bones of the ankle Tarsals
Bones forming the instep of the foot Metatarsals
Opening in a coxal bone formed by the pubic and ischial rami Obturator foramen
Sites of muscle attachment on the proximal end of the femur Greater and lesser trochanters
Tarsal bone that articulates with the tibia Talus
Forehead bone Frontal
Cheek bone Zygomatic
Lower jaw Mandible
Bridge of nose Nasals
Posterior part of the hard palate Palatines
Much of the lateral and superior cranium Parietals
Most posterior part of cranium Occipital
Single, irregular, bat shaped bone, forming part of the cranial floor Sphenoid
Tiny bones, bearing ducts Lacrimals
Anterior part of the hard palate Maxillae
Superior and middle nasal conchae formed from its projections Ethmoid
Site of mastoid process Temporal
Site of the sella turcica Sphenoid
Site of cribriform plate Ethmoid
Site of mental foramen Mandible
Site of styloid Temporal
It's condolences articulate with the atlas Occipital
Foramen magnum contained here Occipital
Middle of the ear Temporal
Nasal septum Vomer
Bears an upward protrusion, the cocks comb; or crusts galli Ethmoid
Site of external acoustic meatus Temporals
Created by: Jaz123
 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards