I am currently learning about skeletal system and I had trouble filling in some of the blanks.
The ________________ consists of bones running along the medial part of the body. I said axial skeleton, but I am not sure.
The ________ consists of bones proximal to the body. Would appendicular skeleton work for this blank?
Thanks for your help!
If appendicular skeleton is correct for the second blank, then axial skeleton is what you want for the first.
This was obtained by looking up "appendicular skeleton" on Google.
I hope this helps. Thanks for asking.
Yes, you are correct in your answers. Let me explain how you can arrive at these answers.
The blank you mentioned, "The ________________ consists of bones running along the medial part of the body," refers to the portion of the skeletal system that runs along the midline of the body. The axial skeleton is the correct answer, as it includes the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum. These bones are located medially and support the central axis of the body.
Moving on to the second blank, "The ________ consists of bones proximal to the body," proximity in this context refers to being close to or near the body. The appendicular skeleton is the correct term to use here. The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs (arms and legs), as well as the girdles that connect the limbs to the axial skeleton (shoulder girdle and pelvic girdle). These bones are indeed proximal to the body.
It is great that you are learning and seeking clarification on these concepts! Remember, understanding the terminology and concepts in anatomy is crucial for proper communication and comprehension of the skeletal system.