Short bone
Short Bone
A Short bone is a type of bone that is as wide as it is long. These bones are primarily found in the wrist and ankle areas of the human body. They provide support and stability with little to no movement.
Pronunciation
Short bone: /ʃɔːrt boʊn/
Etymology
The term "short bone" is derived from the Old English words "sceort" and "bān", which mean "short" and "bone" respectively.
Structure
Short bones are approximately cuboidal in shape and consist of a thin layer of compact bone tissue that surrounds a spongy interior. The primary function of short bones is to provide support and stability with little to no movement. Examples of short bones include the carpals (wrist bones) and tarsals (ankle bones).
Related Terms
- Long bone: These are bones that are longer than they are wide. They are primarily responsible for the body's height and include bones such as the femur and humerus.
- Flat bone: These are bones that are thin and flat in shape. They provide protection to the body's organs and include bones such as the skull and ribs.
- Irregular bone: These are bones that do not fit into the other bone categories. They have complex shapes and include bones such as the vertebrae and pelvis.
- Sesamoid bone: These are bones that are embedded within a tendon. They help to protect the tendon from wear and tear and include bones such as the patella (knee cap).
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Short bone
- Wikipedia's article - Short bone
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