Human and Rodent Skeletal Diagram Flashcard

Front

What is the skull?

Back

The skull is the bony structure that forms the head and protects the brain.

Front

What is the radius?

Back

The radius is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the thumb side.

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 fibula?

Back

The fibula is the smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, located next to the tibia.

Front

What is the pelvis?

Back

The pelvis is a bony structure at the base of the spine that supports the trunk and connects the legs.

Front

What are vertebrae?

Back

Vertebrae are the individual bones that make up the spine, protecting the spinal cord.

Front

What is the function of the rib cage?

Back

The rib cage protects the heart and lungs and supports the upper body.

Front

What is the ulna?

Back

The ulna is the long bone in the forearm opposite the radius, primarily involved in forming the elbow joint.

Front

What is the femur?

Back

The femur is the longest bone in the body, located in the thigh, connecting the hip to the knee.

Front

What is the scapula?

Back

The scapula, or shoulder blade, connects the humerus with the clavicle.