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