Types of Bones + Function - Sports Science

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<p><strong>Long Bones</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Long Bones</strong></p>

Long Bones

Mainly in our arms and legs and act as levers to aid movement. 

E.g. Femur

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<p><strong>Short Bones</strong></p>

Short Bones

Small and cube shaped, they are designed to be stronger and bear weight.

E.g. Carpals or tarsals.

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<p><strong>Flat Bones</strong></p>

Flat Bones

Flat in their design which gives us shape and allows muscles to pull on them. 
E.g. Scapula

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<p><strong>Irregular Bones</strong></p>

Irregular Bones

Very strange shape, often pointy. 

E.g. Vertebrae

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