I WONDER - How Many Bones Are There In The Body?

The video explains that while adults have 206 bones, babies are born with 300 bones. These extra bones do not disappear but instead fuse together as the child grows. This fusion process helps in the development of a stronger skeleton. The unfused bones in babies provide flexibility and reduce the risk of fractures when they fall.

What is the total number of bones in an adult skeleton?

How many bones does a baby have at birth?

How many bones do babies have compared to adults?

What happens to the extra bones that babies have as they grow?

Why do unfused bones help babies when they fall?