Human Skeletal Anatomy Quiz

The maxilla is specifically the upper jaw bone in vertebrates, forming part of the skull and aiding in functions like eating and speaking.

The mandible is specifically the lower jaw that is hinged to open the mouth in vertebrates.

The correct term for the shoulder blade is scapula, which are two flat triangular bones on each side of the shoulder that connect the humerus with the clavicle.

The sternum is the flat bone that articulates with the clavicle and the first seven pairs of ribs, located in the center of the chest.

Ribs are long curved bones that are part of the skeletal system and play a crucial role in protecting the vital organs in the chest cavity, such as the lungs.

The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm, connecting the shoulder to the elbow. It is often called the 'funny bone' due to the tingling sensation felt when it is bumped.

The correct answer refers to the anatomical bone in the human body, not the geometrical term 'radius.'

The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the inner side of the arm. It runs parallel to the radius and plays a significant role in the structure and movement of the forearm and wrist.

The term 'cervical' specifically refers to the region of the body that includes the neck and the 7 vertebrae that are located immediately inferior to the skull.

The term 'thoracic' specifically refers to the middle portion of the spine, consisting of 12 vertebrae, located in the area of the chest and comprising the upper body and ribs.

The lumbar region consists of the largest segments of the movable parts of the vertebral column, specifically 5 vertebrae that support the upper body, torso, and low back. It is not responsible for supporting the neck and head, located in the chest area, or mainly involved in hip movement.

The sacrum is a unique bone in the human body that is formed by the fusion of five vertebrae and plays a crucial role in connecting the spine to the pelvis.

The Coccyx, also known as the tailbone, is the small, triangular bone located at the end of the vertebral column. It consists of three to five fused (or in rare cases, separate) vertebrae and plays a role in supporting the body while sitting.

The pelvis is a crucial bone structure in the human body that provides support for the lower limbs and connects the spine to the legs.

The iliac crest is located at the lateral edge of the hip and is generally the site of a hip pointer injury.

The femur is commonly known as the thigh bone, as it is the longest and thickest bone in the human skeleton, extending from the pelvis to the knee.

The fibula is the outer and thinner bone of the leg between the knee and ankle, often mistaken with the tibia which is the inner and thicker bone. It is a crucial bone for structural support and range of motion in the lower leg.

The tibia is a bone located in the lower leg, specifically the shinbone. It is known for being the inner and thicker of the two bones in the lower leg, along with its connection to the metatarsals in the foot.

The patella is a small flat triangular bone in front of the knee that protects the knee joint.

Metacarpals are the bones in the hand that connect the wrist to the fingers, providing structure and support for hand movements.

Carpals are actually the bones in the wrist that connect the hand to the forearm. They are essential for wrist movement and stability.

Phalanges are actually bones that form the fingers and toes, not muscles, organs, or blood vessels.

Tarsals are a group of seven bones in the foot that are situated between the bones of the lower leg and the metatarsals. They form the ankle and provide support and flexibility to the foot.

Metatarsals are bones found in the foot, not related to brain tissue, insects, or cloud formations.

Phalanges refer to the bones that make up the fingers and toes, playing a crucial role in supporting these extremities.