Distinguish between the axial and appendicular skeletons, and name the major parts of each.
Distinguish between the axial and appendicular skeletons, and name the major parts of each.
The skeletal system incorporates two hundred and six bones in humans. A bone is a hard tissue that is a component of the vertebrate body. It helps to support the body structure, formation of blood cells and allows mobility.
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Axial skeletons |
Appendicular skeletons |
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It is the skeleton composed of bones that make up the body's head and trunk region. |
The bones that sustain the appendages are a component of the vertebrates' appendicular skeleton. |
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It is the central axis of the human skeleton. |
It is made up of appendages that are bound to the axial skeleton. |
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Their structure involves the skull, laryngeal skeleton, vertebral column, and chest cavity's thoracic cage. |
It is composed of the pectoral and pelvic girdles and the body's lower and upper extremities. |
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It is made up of 80 bones. |
It comprises of 126 bones. |
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It Supports the upright position and protects the internal organs. |
It helps in the movement of the body. |
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