The bones in our body have
different and unique functions in our body like to protect and support weight. This
is the reason why the bones in our body have different shapes. This is for them
to serve particular functions. The first types are the flat bones. These bones protect
the internal organs such as the heart, brain, kidney, liver, intestines and
such. These bones are the skull, sternum, ribs, pelvis, etc. These are somewhat
flattened and serve as protection just like what a shield does. Second are the
long bones. These bones are in charge of supporting weight and facilitate
movement. They are defined as the longer bones rather than wide. These include
the femur, finger bones, tibia, metatarsals, humerus, radius, ulna, etc. Third
on the list are the short bones. These are cube- shaped bones and are the bones
responsible for the stability and some movements in an individual’s body. Some of
these bones are the wrists’ carpals and the ankles’ tarsals. The irregular bones
are the next type. These are the irregular shaped bones. They have the complex
shapes because they also protect the internal organs. Examples of these are the
vertebrae and spinal cord. Lastly, sesamoid bones are the ones that reinforce
tendons. These are found in the tendons. The duty of these is to protect the
tendons from stress and wear. The kneecap is an example of the sesamoid bone.
