Types of Bones

Thin, roughly parallel surfaces

Small and boxy

Longer than wide

Small and flat

Short, flat, notched or ridged surfaces

Arm, forearm, thigh, leg

Bones in the wrist

Spinal vertebrae, bones of pelvis

Near joints in knee, hands, and feet

Roof of skull, sternum, ribs, scapula

Protection for underlying soft tissue

Support body weight, facilitate movement

Protection of tissue, muscle attachment

Modify pressure, reduce friction

Provide support & stability, little move

Long

Short

Irregular

Sesamoid

Flat