Appendicular Skeleton

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    • How many bones are in the appendicular skeleton?
      126 bones
    • What does the appendicular skeleton attach to?
      It attaches to the axial skeleton
    • Which parts are included in the appendicular skeleton?
      Shoulder girdle, pelvic girdle, limbs
    • What are the components of the upper limbs in the appendicular skeleton?
      • Humerus
      • Radius
      • Ulna
      • Carpals
      • Metacarpals
      • Phalanges
    • What are the components of the lower limbs in the appendicular skeleton?
      • Femur
      • Tibia
      • Fibula
      • Patella
      • Tarsals
      • Metatarsals
      • Phalanges
    • How many bones are in each arm of the appendicular skeleton?
      30 bones
    • How many bones are in each leg of the appendicular skeleton?
      30 bones
    • What connects the limbs of the upper body to the thorax?
      The shoulder girdle
    • What is the innominate bone composed of?
      Three bones that fuse with age
    • What is the main function of the pelvic girdle?
      To provide a solid base for weight transmission
    • What does the pelvic girdle protect?
      Digestive and reproductive organs
    • What does the pelvic girdle provide attachments for?
      Powerful muscles of the lower back and legs
    • Describe the parts of the pelvic girdle and its functions.
      Parts of the pelvic girdle:
      • Ilium
      • Pubis
      • Ischium

      Functions:
      • Solid base for weight transmission
      • Muscle attachments for lower body
      • Protection for digestive and reproductive organs
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