Which bone (yellow) is centrally located and joins with most of the other bones of the skull? The link of the video at the study guide.
The sphenoid bone which is located on the central part of the skull is what connects the majority of the other bones that make up the the structure of the skull.
What are the two mechanisms by which the bones of the body are formed and which bones are formed by each mechanism?
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INTRAMEMBRANOUS OSSIFICATION - process that appears in the thin layers of connective tissue. This process is done mostly on the cranial bones and clavicle
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ENDOCHONDRAL OSSIFICATION - happens when the hyaline cartilage is replaced by bone tissue. This process is done on most bones of the body except the flat ones..
What are the synovial joints being described in the video?
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Ball-and-Socket Joint
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Hinge Joint
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Pivot Joint
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Condyloid Joint
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Saddle Joint
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Gliding Joint
Which type of synovial joint allows for the widest ranges of motion?
The ball-and-socket joint allows for the widest range of motion because it is formed as a ball in a bowl-shaped surface, making it fit and slide perfectly to rotate the arms