13 Questions
What is the function of the mandible or jawbone?
Protects the teeth and is a movable bone
How many vertebrae are there in the spinal column of an adult?
26
What are the last two pairs of ribs called?
Floating ribs
Which part of the axial skeleton protects the lungs and the heart?
Ribcage
What is the function of the collarbone?
Supports the shoulder
How many bones make up the cranium?
Eight bones
What is the function of the mandible?
Holds the teeth
How many vertebrae are there in the spinal column of an adult?
26
How many pairs of ribs are there?
12 pairs
Where is the collarbone found?
In the shoulder
What important function does the skeletal system serve?
Support
Which function does the skeletal system NOT serve?
Production of hormones
What important minerals does the skeletal system store?
Calcium and phosphorus
Test your knowledge of the human axial skeleton with this quiz. Explore the anatomy of the skull, including the cranium and facial bones, as well as the structure and function of the spinal column or vertebrae. Learn about the protective role of the cranium, the composition of the face, and the mobility of the mandible.
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