S1.8 - The Human Skeleton

Question 1

What are the 5 functions of the human skeleton?

Answer 1

• Provides a framework to support the organs and tissues of the body
• Facilitates movement
• Protects internal organs
• Produces blood cells
• Stores and releases minerals and fat

Question 2

Name the 9 parts of the axial skeleton.

Answer 2

- Skull
      Cranium
- Face
- Hyoid
- Auditory Ossicles
- Vertebral Column
- Thorax
       Sternum
       Ribs

Question 3

Name the 20 parts of the appendicular skeleton.

Answer 3

- Pectoral Girdles
      Clavicle
      Scapula
- Upper Limb
      Humerus
      Ulna
      Radius
      Carpals
      Metacarpals 
      Phalanges
- Pelvic Girdle
      Innominate Bone
- Lower Limbs
      Femur
      Fibula
      Tibia
      Patella
      Tarsals
      Metatarsals
      Phalanges

Question 4

How many bones are there in the human body?

Answer 4

206 bones

Question 5

How many bones are there in the axial skeleton?

Answer 5

80 bones

Question 6

How many bones are there in the appendicular skeleton?

Answer 6

126 bones

Question 7

Name the parts of the axial region of the human skeleton.

Answer 7

• Parietal
• Frontal
• Auditory Ossicles
• Face
• Hyoid
• Sternum
• Ribs

Question 8

Name the parts of the appendicular region of the human skeleton.

Answer 8

• Clavicle
• Scapula
• Humerus
• Vertebral Column
• Innominate Bone
• Sacrum
• Radius
• Ulna
• Carpals
• Metacarpals
• Phalanges
• Femur
• Patella
• Tibia
• Fibula
• Talus
• Tarsals
• Metatarsals
• Phalanges