Bones of the Skeleton

Front

What are the tarsals?

Back

The tarsals are a group of seven bones in the foot that connect the leg to the foot and provide support and stability.

Front

What is the fibula?

Back

The fibula is a long, thin bone located on the lateral side of the tibia in the lower leg, providing support and stability to the ankle.

Front

What are the carpals?

Back

The carpals are eight small bones that make up the wrist, allowing for a wide range of motion and flexibility.

Front

What is the sternum?

Back

The sternum, or breastbone, is a flat bone located in the center of the chest that connects to the ribs and protects the heart and lungs.

Front

What are the ribs?

Back

The ribs are a set of 12 pairs of curved bones that form the rib cage, protecting the thoracic cavity and supporting the upper body.

Front

What are the lumbar vertebrae?

Back

The lumbar vertebrae are the five vertebrae in the lower back, providing support for the upper body and allowing for flexibility and movement.

Front

What is the femur?

Back

The femur is the longest bone in the human body, located in the thigh, and connects the hip to the knee.

Front

What are phalanges?

Back

The phalanges are the bones of the fingers and toes, with each finger having three phalanges and the thumb having two.

Front

What are metacarpals?

Back

The metacarpals are the five bones in the hand that connect the wrist to the fingers, allowing for hand movement and dexterity.

Front

What are metatarsals?

Back

The metatarsals are the five long bones in the foot that connect the tarsals to the toes, providing support and balance.