Honors Physics and Honors Anatomy Class Blog

(8) Skeletal system. The student analyzes the relationships between the anatomical structures and physiological functions of the skeletal system. The student is expected to:
(A)identify and differentiate between the axial and appendicular skeleton;
(B)identify the types of joints and describe the movements of each, including gliding, hinge, pivot, saddle, and ball and socket;
(C)identify and locate the anatomy of spongy and compact bone, including epiphysis, diaphysis, medullary cavity, periosteum, bone marrow, and endosteum;
(D) explain the major physiological functions of the skeletal system;
(E) describe the role of osteoblasts, osteocytes, and osteoclasts in bone growth and repair;
(F) identify and discuss the different types of fractures such as compound, complete, simple, spiral, greenstick, hairline, transverse, and comminuted; and
(G)identify and describe common diseases and disorders of the skeletal system such as scoliosis, osteoporosis, and bone cancer.