Question

which of the following bones are part of the axial skeleton? * 1 point
a) femur, radius, tibia
b) sternum, vertebrae, ribs
c) clavicle, scapula, humerus
d) carpals, metacarpals, phalanges
which of the following bones are part of the appendicular skeleton? * 1 point
a) skull, sternum, vertebrae
b) femur, humerus, tibia
c) fibula, coccyx, sacrum
d) radius, ulna, thoracic vertebrae

Explanation:

The axial skeleton consists of the skull, vertebral column, sternum, and ribs. The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the limbs and girdles. For the first question, the sternum, vertebrae, and ribs are part of the axial skeleton. For the second question, the femur, humerus, and tibia are part of the appendicular skeleton.

Answer:

1. B. Sternum, Vertebrae, Ribs
2. B. Femur, Humerus, Tibia