🥇 SISTEMA ÓSEO. -Esquelético-. Tipos de Huesos, clasificacion, función.

Summary

In this informative video, Juan José Sánchez explores the skeletal system, detailing its vital role in providing structure and protection to the human body. He discusses the classification of bones into axial and appendicular skeletons, and outlines their key functions, including support, mineral storage, and blood cell formation. The video highlights the anatomy of long bones and introduces different bone types, emphasizing their importance in the musculoskeletal system. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe for more insightful anatomical content.

Takeaways

• 😀 The skeletal system provides structure and support to the human body, functioning as its framework.
• 🛡️ It protects vital organs, such as the brain and heart, from injury.
• 💧 Bones serve as reservoirs for essential minerals, mainly calcium and phosphates.
• 🩸 Hematopoiesis, or blood cell formation, occurs in the bone marrow found in long bones.
• 🏋️‍♂️ The skeletal system works with the muscular and articular systems to facilitate body movement.
• ⚖️ The skeleton is divided into two main parts: the axial skeleton (head, spine, thorax) and the appendicular skeleton (limbs and girdles).
• 📏 Long bones are characterized by being longer than they are wide, while short bones have similar length and width.
• 🛠️ Flat bones are thin and often protect internal organs, while irregular bones have complex shapes that do not fit into other categories.
• 🌬️ Pneumatic bones contain air cavities and are found in areas like the skull.
• 🦴 Sesamoid bones, such as the kneecap, are accessory bones that improve the angle of muscle traction for better movement.

Q & A

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

The primary function of the skeletal system is to provide structure and support to the human body, serving as the framework where other body structures are supported.

What two types of tissues make up the skeletal system?

The skeletal system is composed of bone tissue and cartilaginous tissue.

How does the skeletal system relate to the muscular and articular systems?

The skeletal system integrates with the muscular and articular systems to form the musculoskeletal system, which is responsible for body movement.

What are the five main functions of the skeletal system?

The five main functions are: support, protection of vital structures, serving as a reservoir for minerals, facilitating hematopoiesis (blood cell formation), and providing a mechanical base for movement.

What does hematopoiesis refer to?

Hematopoiesis is the process by which blood cells (including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) are formed within the bone marrow.

How is the skeleton divided?

The skeleton is divided into two parts: the axial skeleton, which includes the skull, spine, and thoracic bones, and the appendicular skeleton, which comprises the limbs and their girdles.

What are the classifications of bones based on shape?

Bones are classified into long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, pneumatic bones, and sesamoid bones.

Can you give examples of long bones?

Examples of long bones include the femur, tibia, fibula, radius, ulna, and the phalanges of the fingers and toes.

What is the role of articular cartilage in bones?

Articular cartilage covers the ends of bones at joints to reduce friction and facilitate smooth movement.

What distinguishes short bones from other types?

Short bones have similar length and width dimensions, examples being the carpal bones of the wrist and the tarsal bones of the foot.