Basic Skeletal Anatomy Worksheet

Describe the 4 functions of bones. Protection, support, to provide muscle attachment and blood cell production
How many bones are there in the human body?206
What are the two divisions of the skeletal system? Name 5 specific bones in each division. The axial skeleton (skull, clavicle,sternum,pelvis,vertebrael column) the appendicular skeleton ( humerus, radius ulna femur and fibula)
What bone makes up the upper arm? humerus
What bone makes up the face? skull
Name two bones that protect vital internal organs.
What bone in the forearm is always on thumb side? radius
What bone is movable for back muscles to attach to? scapula
What bone is also known as the shin bone? Somewhere around the patella
Sketch a human skeleton and label the following bones: skull, clavicle, sternum, humerus, radius, ulna, patella, femur, tibia, fibula, pelvis, vertebral column, scapula and rib cage.