Humans have a total of ____ vertebrae if the sacrum and coccyx count as one each.
26
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What are some developmental aspects of old age for bone health?
Intervertebral discs become thin, less hydrated, and less elastic Loss of stature by several centimeters is common after age 55 Costal cartilages ossify
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Describe and give an example of a long bone.
Bone that is longer than wide with a shaft and ends. All of the bones in the limbs, except for the wrist and ankle bones.
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Describe the movement called pronation.
Turning your palms downward
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What is the key to postponing joint problems?
Weight bearing exercise and low impact activity.
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When your wrists move up and down or supinate or pronate, which type of joint is it?
