Axial Skeleton

Question 1

What two parts is the skeleton divided into?

Answer 1

Axial and appendicular skeleton

Question 2

Axial skeleton structure

Answer 2

bones along the central axis of the body; skull, vertebral column, thoracic cage

Question 3

Axial skeleton function

Answer 3

form a framework that supports and protects organs

Question 4

Appendicular skeleton structure

Answer 4

bones of the appendages (upper/lower limbs) and bones that hold the limbs to the body’s trunk.

Question 5

The skull is composed of what two main bones?

Answer 5

Cranial bones, facial bones