Bones of the Human Skeleton

Front

What is the name of the upper arm bone?

Back

Humerus

Front

What bone sits on top of your neck and protects your brain?

Back

Cranium

Front

What are the bones that make up the middle of your foot and arch of the foot called?

Back

Meta Tarsal

Front

What group of bones make up your heel and help form the ankle joint?

Back

Tarsals

Front

What is the longest bone in the human body?

Back

Femur

Front

What is the function of the cranium?

Back

To protect the brain.

Front

How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?

Back

206 bones.

Front

What is the role of the femur in the human body?

Back

It supports the weight of the body and allows for leg movement.

Front

What are the three main types of bones in the human body?

Back

Long bones, short bones, and flat bones.

Front

What is the significance of the tarsal bones?

Back

They help form the ankle joint and support the weight of the body.