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Welcome to the Human Skeleton Padlet! Please explore the different aspects of the skeletal system.

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The axial skeleton consists of the bones of the head, vertebrae (spinal column), and the rib cage.

There are 80 total bones that make up the axial skeleton.

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The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the shoulder girdle, the upper limbs (hands & arms), the lower limbs (legs & feet), and the pelvic girdle.

There are 126 total bones that make up the appendicular skeleton.

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There are 206 bones in the human body.

Bones are living tissue and consist of these living parts:

Periosteum: outside covering of the bone.

Articular Cartilage: tough elastic tissue that covers the end of bones.

Medullary Canal: contains bone marrow, which produces blood cells.

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The largest bone is the femur, which is located in the upper leg (thigh).

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There are 5 main functions of the skeletal system:

1. Muscle attachment and body movement

2. Supporting framework of the body

3. Protection for internal organs

4. Storehouse for essential minerals

5. Centers for production of red and white blood cells

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A skeletal joint is a point at which two bones meet. This is also called an articulation.

Types of Skeletal Joints:

Ball and socket

Gliding

Hinge

Immovable

Pivot

Saddle

Partially Immovable

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Fractures: A break in the bone.
Sprain: An injury to a ligament.
Strain: An injury to a muscle or tendon.

Other Conditions:

Scoliosis

Osteoperosis

Dislocation

Bursitis

Tendonitis

Arthritis

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