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Human Anatomy: Bones
Human anatomy bones flashcards covering major skeleton bones and locations for biology review.
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About this deck
This human anatomy bones deck reviews major bones of the skeleton and where they are located. It is useful for biology, anatomy, and health science learners who need quick skeletal system recall.
Study the deck alongside a skeleton diagram so the names connect to body location, not just isolated vocabulary.
60cards
Introductory anatomylevel
anatomy, biology, health science, and pre-nursing studentsaudience
What you will learn
- Major bones of the skull, spine, torso, arms, hands, legs, and feet.
- Basic location cues for each bone.
- Vocabulary useful before studying joints, muscles, or body systems.
How to study this deck
- Point to the bone on a diagram or your body when reviewing each card.
- Group bones by region before shuffling the full deck.
- Repeat similar-sounding bones together, such as radius and ulna or tibia and fibula.
Recommended study setup
- Start with about 12 cards per session; the full deck is roughly 5 first-pass packs.
- Write, calculate, point to, or sketch the answer before flipping whenever the topic allows it.
- Use quiz mode after one recall pass; study notes appear only after you answer.
Scope
This deck focuses on major bone names and locations. It does not include detailed landmarks, joints, muscle attachments, or pathology.
All 60 cards in this deck
| Front | Back |
|---|---|
| Skull (cranium) | Protects the brain and forms the structure of the head. |
| Frontal bone | Forms the forehead. |
| Parietal bone | Forms the top and upper sides of the skull. |
| Temporal bone | Side of the skull near the ear. |
| Occipital bone | Back and base of the skull. |
| Zygomatic bone | Cheekbone. |
| Maxilla | Upper jaw bone. |
| Mandible | Lower jaw bone. |
| Hyoid | U-shaped bone in the neck that supports the tongue. |
| Cervical vertebrae | The seven vertebrae of the neck. |
| Vertebral column | The spine, made of stacked vertebrae. |
| Sacrum | Triangular bone at the base of the spine. |
| Coccyx | The tailbone at the very bottom of the spine. |
| Clavicle | Collarbone. |
| Scapula | Shoulder blade. |
| Sternum | Breastbone in the center of the chest. |
| Ribs | Curved bones that protect the chest cavity. |
| Humerus | Upper arm bone. |
| Radius | Forearm bone on the thumb side. |
| Ulna | Forearm bone on the little-finger side. |
| Carpals | The eight small bones of the wrist. |
| Metacarpals | The bones of the palm. |
| Phalanges | The bones of the fingers and toes. |
| Pelvis (hip bone) | Ring of bone that supports the trunk and protects organs. |
| Femur | Thigh bone and the longest bone in the body. |
| Patella | Kneecap. |
| Tibia | Shin bone, the larger lower-leg bone. |
| Fibula | The thinner bone of the lower leg. |
| Tarsals | The seven bones of the ankle. |
| Calcaneus | Heel bone. |
| Metatarsals | The long bones of the foot. |
| Sphenoid bone | Skull bone at the base of the cranium, behind the eyes. |
| Ethmoid bone | Skull bone between the eyes that contributes to the nasal cavity and orbit. |
| Nasal bones | Small bones that form the bridge of the nose. |
| Lacrimal bones | Small bones in the inner eye socket near the tear duct. |
| Palatine bones | Bones that form part of the hard palate and nasal cavity. |
| Vomer | Thin bone that forms part of the nasal septum. |
| Cervical vertebra C1 atlas | First cervical vertebra; supports the skull. |
| Cervical vertebra C2 axis | Second cervical vertebra; allows head rotation. |
| Thoracic vertebrae | Twelve upper-back vertebrae that articulate with ribs. |
| Lumbar vertebrae | Five lower-back vertebrae that bear much body weight. |
| True ribs | Ribs 1-7, attached directly to the sternum by costal cartilage. |
| False ribs | Ribs 8-12, not directly attached to the sternum. |
| Floating ribs | Ribs 11-12, which do not attach to the sternum. |
| Manubrium | Upper part of the sternum. |
| Xiphoid process | Small lower tip of the sternum. |
| Ilium | Large upper part of the hip bone. |
| Ischium | Lower back part of the hip bone, often called the sitting bone. |
| Pubis | Front part of the hip bone. |
| Acetabulum | Socket of the hip bone where the femur fits. |
| Olecranon | Bony point of the elbow on the ulna. |
| Medial malleolus | Inner ankle bump at the end of the tibia. |
| Lateral malleolus | Outer ankle bump at the end of the fibula. |
| Talus | Ankle bone that connects the foot to the tibia and fibula. |
| Scaphoid | Carpal bone on the thumb side of the wrist. |
| Lunate | Crescent-shaped carpal bone near the center of the wrist. |
| Sternoclavicular joint | Joint where the clavicle meets the sternum. |
| Acromion | Bony projection of the scapula at the top of the shoulder. |
| Vertebra | One of the bones that make up the spinal column. |
| Long bone | Bone type that is longer than it is wide, such as the femur or humerus. |
Frequently asked questions
Is this a complete anatomy course?
No. It is a focused flashcard deck for major bones and basic skeletal vocabulary.
Should I use a diagram with these cards?
Yes. Anatomy recall is stronger when each term is tied to a visual location.
Does it include every bone in the body?
No. It covers major bones and common study terms rather than every individual bone and landmark.
Is the Human Anatomy: Bones flashcard deck free?
Yes. You can study it free in your browser on MazoCards. Create a free account to save progress, track streaks, and sync across devices.
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