Essential Bones of the Human Skeleton

This video tutorial explores the major bones of the human skeletal system, focusing on both the upper and lower body. It explains the classification of bones into axial and appendicular skeletons, highlighting their roles in protection and movement. The video also covers the vertebral column's structure and common postural deviations like kyphosis and lordosis.

What is the proper name for the collarbone?

• Scapula

• Clavicle

• Sternum

• Humerus

Which bone is known as the 'funny bone'?

• Humerus

• Femur

• Ulna

• Radius

What are the small, cube-shaped bones in the hand called?

• Carpals

• Metacarpals

• Phalanges

• Tarsals

Which bone in the lower arm ends on the thumb side?

• Ulna

• Radius

• Clavicle

• Humerus

What is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?

• Fibula

• Humerus

• Femur

• Tibia

Which bone is primarily responsible for weight-bearing in the lower leg?

• Patella

• Femur

• Tibia

• Fibula

How many bones are in the adult axial skeleton?

• 52

• 126

• 206

• 80

What is the primary function of the axial skeleton?

• Flexibility

• Movement

• Protection

• Support

What is the term for excessive curvature of the thoracic spine?

• Osteoporosis

• Kyphosis

• Scoliosis

• Lordosis

Which condition is characterized by excessive curvature of the lumbar spine?

• Arthritis

• Scoliosis

• Lordosis

• Kyphosis