The main bones of the skeleton and their location are shown here:
Types of bone
Within the skeleton there are different kinds of bone. The type of bone determines the amount of movement.
| Type of bone | Example in body | Description |
| Long | Femur | Cylindrical in shape and found in the limbs. Their main function is to act as a lever. |
| Short | Carpals | Small and compact, often equal in length and width. These types of bone are designed for strength and weight bearing. |
