Areas of the skeleton

Question 1

What are the two areas of the skeleton called?

Answer 1

Axial skeleton
Appendicular skeleton

Question 2

What bones are in the Axial Skeleton?

Answer 2

The Axial Skeleton is the main core or axis of the skeleton:
- Cranium
- Sternum
- Ribs
- Vertebral Column

Question 3

What bones are in the Appendicular Skeleton?

Answer 3

The Appendicular skeleton contains bones that are attached to the axial skeleton.
- Limbs
- Shoulder girdle (Scapula)
- Pelvic girdle