Anatomy: Skeletal System
Learn the 206 bones of the human body, bone classifications, and skeletal landmarks. Perfect for anatomy & physiology courses.
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Which bone forms the forehead and the superior roof of the orbits?
Frontal bone
What is the longest, heaviest, and strongest bone in the human body?
Femur
What are the three distinct components that fuse to form the sternum?
Manubrium, body, and xiphoid process
Which bone type is characterized by being thin and often curved, providing protection for internal organs?
Flat bones
What is the name of the large opening at the base of the occipital bone through which the spinal cord passes?
Foramen magnum
Which specific vertebra is known as C1 and supports the skull?
Atlas
What is the deep, cup-like socket of the hip bone that receives the head of the femur?
Acetabulum
How many cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae are typically found in the human vertebral column?
7 cervical, 12 thoracic, and 5 lumbar
Which bone of the forearm is located on the lateral (thumb) side in anatomical position?
Radius
What is the clinical term for an exaggerated outward curvature of the thoracic spine, often called 'hunchback'?
Kyphosis
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