Anatomy Axial and Appendicular Skeleton

Which term describes ?

• lamella

• central canal

• osteon

• periosteum

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

We are composed of one skeleton that can be divided into two major regions, the axial and appendicular skeleton. Identify the structures that make up the axial skeleton,

• talus, calcaneus, navicular, cuboid, and cuneiform

• limbs and girdles

• skull, vertebrae, ribs and sternum

• hands, arms and shoulder girdle

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Identify the bones NOT identified as Appendicular bones

• 26 bones in the vertebral column (24 vertebrae, the sacrum, and the coccyx)

• Left and right clavicle (2) and scapula (2).

• Arms and forearms (6 bones) - Left and right humerus (2) (arm), ulna (2) and radius (2) (forearm).

• Pectoral girdles (4 bones)

Identify a function of the axial skeleton

• allows for movement of the wrist and hand

• protects nerves and blood vessels at the elbos

• supports the trunk of the body

• allows for movement of the foot and ankle

Each shoulder girdle, or pectoral girdle consists of two bones, a clavicle and a ___.

• tibia

• scapula

• sternum

• carpal

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Is this the axial or appendicular skeleton?

• Axial

• Appendicular

Is this the axial or appendicular skeleton?

• Axial

• Appendicular

Bones of the arms and legs, such as the humerus, femur, and tibia are part of which skeleton?

• Axial

• Appendicular

Bones in the center of the body, such as the vertebrae, skull, and sternum are part of which skeleton?

• Axial

• Appendicular

This image represents the __________ skeleton.

• appendicular skeleton

• axial skeleton