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Is Phalanges a Flat Bone?
Is Phalanges a Flat Bone?
Maya Lin-Takahashi••2 min read
The short bones
short bones
Short bones are designated as those bones that are as wide as they are long. Their primary function is to provide support and stability with little to no movement. ... Examples of these bones include the tarsals in the foot and the carpals in the hand.
include all of the metacarpals and phalanges in the hands, and the metatarsals and phalanges in the feet. Flat bones: Flat bones are thin and have broad surfaces. The flat bones include the scapula (wingbone), the ribs, and the sternum (breastbone
breastbone
The sternum or breastbone is a long flat bone located in the central part of the chest. It connects to the ribs via cartilage and forms the front of the rib cage, thus helping to protect the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels from injury.
Long bones function to support the weight of the body and facilitate movement. Long bones are mostly located in the appendicular skeleton and include bones in the lower limbs (the tibia, fibula, femur, metatarsals, and phalanges) and bones in the upper limbs (the humerus, radius, ulna, metacarpals, and phalanges).
What is considered a flat bone?
Flat bones are made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bone. They have a flat shape, not rounded. Examples include the skull and rib bones. Flat bones have marrow, but they do not have a bone marrow cavity.
Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.
