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Skeletal System

Across
Part of the bone where blood cells are formed
Joints that do not allow for any movement
Considered the cannon bone of the fore limb
These bones make up the ribcage, skull, sternum, and scapula
The vertebrae found in the tail
This bone of the hind limb is often fused to the bone next to it and is considered to be functionless in herbivores
Joint that allow for rotation of the limb
Responsible for stabilizing entire body, giving the body its shape, and made of densely packed collagen fibers
Are about as wide as they are long, make up carpal and tarsal joints
This portion of the bone is made up of mostly collagen, which gives them a degree of flexibility and resilience
This portion of the skeleton is made up of the skull, ribs, and vertebrae
This portion of the bone is made up mostly of tricalcium phosphate
Aid in locomotion of animal
Contain majority of animals bone marrow, support weight of body, and are located mostly in the appendicular skeleton
Forms the stifle joint in horses, considered to the true knee region in animals
First region of vertebrae, contains the atlas and axis
The vertebrae found in the pelvic region
Down
Attach bone to bone
Considered the cannon bone of the hind limb
Joint that allows for bending/straightening of limbs
This portion of the skeleton is made up of the limbs, shoulders, and pelvis
The vertebrae that always have a rib attached to them
Projection from the Ulna that forms the point of the elbow
Provide protection to internal organs
Reduce friction at point bones connect to/rub against one another
Where bones come together
Embedded in tendons to help prevent tearing and stress
This bone is located in the front limb and is often fused to the bone next to it in herbivores
Bones with a fairly complex shape, helps protect internal organs
Flat bone that is a major site of muscle attachment
Outer layer of bone is a major site for the storage of _____
Attach muscle to bone
The vertebrae of the lower back
Considered the knee in horses and wrist in small animals
Strongest bone in the animal body