Unit 3.1 Bones

Front

What is the humerus?

Back

The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm that runs from the shoulder to the elbow.

Front

What is the mandible?

Back

The mandible is the lower jawbone, which holds the lower teeth in place.

Front

What are tarsals?

Back

Tarsals are a group of seven bones in the foot that help form the ankle and support body weight.

Front

What are ribs?

Back

Ribs are the long curved bones that form the rib cage, protecting the heart and lungs.

Front

What is the pelvis?

Back

The pelvis is a bony structure located at the base of the spine, connecting the trunk and the legs.

Front

What is the clavicle?

Back

The clavicle, or collarbone, is a bone that connects the arm to the body and helps stabilize the shoulder.

Front

What is the cranium?

Back

The cranium is the part of the skull that encloses the brain.

Front

What is the scapula?

Back

The scapula, or shoulder blade, is a flat bone that connects the humerus with the clavicle.

Front

What are phalanges?

Back

Phalanges are the bones in the fingers and toes.

Front

What are metatarsals?

Back

Metatarsals are the long bones in the foot that connect the tarsals to the toes.