Types of Bones:The human skeleton consists of four primary bone shapes.Long Bones:Characterized by a cylindrical shaft and joint surfaces at both ends, long bones include the major arm bones (humerus, radius, and ulna) and the major leg bones (femur, tibia, and fibula).Short Bones:Though they also possess a tubular shaft and joint surfaces at each end, short bones are notably smaller. These bones encompass the metacarpals and phalanges in the hands, as well as the metatarsals and phalanges in the feet.Flat Bones:Flat bones are recognized by their thin, expansive surfaces. Examples include the scapula (shoulder blade), ribs, and sternum (breastbone).Irregular Bones:Irregular bones are distinguished by their unique shapes and sizes and are typically dense. This category includes vertebrae, carpal bones in the hands, tarsal bones in the feet, and the patella (kneecap).
