Axial and Appendicular Skeleton

Front

Function of the Skull

Back

The skull protects the brain, eyes, and ears.

Front

Axial Skeleton: Rib Cage

Back

The rib cage is part of the axial skeleton and protects the thoracic organs.

Front

Appendicular Skeleton: Shoulder Girdle

Back

The shoulder girdle is part of the appendicular skeleton and supports arm movement.

Front

Flexibility and Strength of the Vertebral Column

Back

The vertebral column combines strength with flexibility, allowing for a range of movements.

Front

There are 12 thoracic vertebrae.

Back

This statement is true.

Front

There are 5 sacral vertebrae.

Back

This statement is true.

Front

There are 4 coccygeal vertebrae.

Back

This statement is true.

Front

Ribs are curved bones that articulate with the sternum at the front and thoracic vertebrae at the back.

Back

This statement is true.

Front

Facets are small joints located between and behind adjacent vertebrae.

Back

This statement is true.

Front

The scapulae are part of the pectoral girdle.

Back

They are flat, triangular bones located posterior to the ribcage and articulate with the clavicle and humerus.