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The membrane found wrapping the bones, except within the joint cavity, is the (a) periosteum, (b) endosteum, (c) perforating fibers, (d) a, b, and c are correct.
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Gross Anatomy of Bone: Periosteum and Endosteum
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Which of the following is classified as a short bone?
A
sternum
B
wrist bone
C
vertebra
D
finger bone
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Understand the classification of bones based on their shapes: long, short, flat, irregular, and sesamoid.
Short bones are typically as wide as they are long, providing support and stability with little movement. They are mostly found in the wrist and ankle.
Identify the characteristics of each option: sternum (flat bone), wrist bone (short bone), vertebra (irregular bone), finger bone (long bone).
Recognize that the wrist bone fits the criteria for a short bone due to its shape and function.
Conclude that among the given options, the wrist bone is classified as a short bone.
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