Identification of Bones

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What are the phalanges?

Back

The phalanges are the bones in the fingers and toes. Each finger has three phalanges (proximal, middle, and distal), while the thumb has two.

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How many bones are in the human hand?

Back

There are 27 bones in the human hand, including the carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.

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What is the function of the femur?

Back

The femur, or thigh bone, is the longest bone in the body and supports the weight of the body during standing, walking, and running.

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

Back

The three types of bones are long bones (e.g., femur), short bones (e.g., carpals), and flat bones (e.g., skull).

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What is the role of the vertebrae?

Back

The vertebrae are the individual bones that make up the spine, providing support and protecting the spinal cord.

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What is the difference between axial and appendicular skeleton?

Back

The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, while the appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and pelvic girdle.

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What is the purpose of the rib cage?

Back

The rib cage protects vital organs such as the heart and lungs and supports the upper body.

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What are the major bones of the skull?

Back

The major bones of the skull include the frontal bone, parietal bones, temporal bones, occipital bone, and mandible.

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What is the significance of the clavicle?

Back

The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the arm to the body and helps stabilize the shoulder.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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What is the patella?

Back

The patella, or kneecap, is a small bone that protects the knee joint and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.