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The cranial cavity protects the ______
The cranial cavity protects the ______
brain
The rib cage surrounds and protects the ______
The rib cage surrounds and protects the ______
rib
The sternum is also known as the ______ bone
The sternum is also known as the ______ bone
breast
The orbit houses the ______
The orbit houses the ______
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The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the ______
The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the ______
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Study Notes
Cranial Features
- The cranium, also known as the brain box, is a key part of the skull
- The ear opening is a distinct feature of the skull
- The jaw hinge connects the upper and lower jawbones
- The rib cage provides protection for the organs in the chest cavity
Skeletal System
- The foramen magnum, a large hole, is located in the center of the cranium and serves as the passage for the spinal cord
- Cartilage connects the ribs to the sternum (breast bone)
- Floating ribs are a type of rib that do not attach to the sternum
Muscles and Tendons
- The deltoid muscle lifts the arm sideways
- The triceps muscle straightens the elbow
- The extensor carpi muscle straightens the wrist
- The hamstring muscle bends the knee
- The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone
- The trapezius muscle lifts the shoulder
- The gluteus maximus muscle straightens the hip
- The gastrocnemius muscle pulls the foot downward
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Description
Test your knowledge on the human anatomy by identifying parts such as the cranium, ribs, joints, and muscles. From the structure of the ear opening to the function of various muscles like deltoid and hamstring, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the human body.
