Skeleton Flashcard

Front

Which bone makes up the posterior inferior section of our skull?

Back

Occipital bone.

Front

What is the name of the bone that is often highlighted in purple in diagrams of the skull?

Back

Occipital bone.

Front

What is the name of the bone highlighted in red that connects the shoulder to the body?

Back

Clavicle.

Front

What bone is highlighted in red and is located in the center of the chest?

Back

Sternum.

Front

Which type of ribs attach independently to the sternum?

Back

True ribs.

Front

What is the function of the occipital bone?

Back

It protects the back of the brain and forms the base of the skull.

Front

What are the three types of ribs in the human body?

Back

True ribs, false ribs, and floating ribs.

Front

What is the role of the clavicle in the skeletal system?

Back

It acts as a strut to support the shoulder and connect the arm to the body.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the breastbone?

Back

Sternum.

Front

How many pairs of ribs do humans typically have?

Back

12 pairs.