Questions and Answers
Which part of the human skeleton is formed by the shoulder girdle, the pelvic girdle, and the bones of the upper and lower limbs?
Appendicular skeleton
At what age does the human skeleton reach its maximum mass?
Between the ages of 25 and 30
How many bones does the human skeleton have by adulthood?
206 bones
Which part of the human skeleton is formed by the vertebral column, the rib cage, the skull, and other associated bones?
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What percentage of the total body weight does the bone mass in the human skeleton make up approximately?
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What are the six major functions performed by the human skeleton?
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