Questions: Which of the following bones are part of the axial skeleton? Select all that apply. Answers: A - F A Talus B Sternum C Scapula D Clavicle E Mandible F Fibula

Which of the following bones are part of the axial skeleton? Select all that apply.

Answers: A - F

A Talus

B Sternum

C Scapula

D Clavicle

E Mandible

F Fibula
Transcript text: Which of the following bones are part of the axial skeleton? Select all that apply. Answers: A - F A Talus B Sternum C Scapula D Clavicle E Mandible F Fibula
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The bones that are part of the axial skeleton are:

The answer is: B, E

Explanation for each option:

  • A Talus: Incorrect. The talus is a bone in the ankle, which is part of the appendicular skeleton.
  • B Sternum: Correct. The sternum is a flat bone located in the center of the chest and is part of the axial skeleton.
  • C Scapula: Incorrect. The scapula, or shoulder blade, is part of the appendicular skeleton.
  • D Clavicle: Incorrect. The clavicle, or collarbone, is part of the appendicular skeleton.
  • E Mandible: Correct. The mandible, or lower jawbone, is part of the axial skeleton.
  • F Fibula: Incorrect. The fibula is a bone in the lower leg, which is part of the appendicular skeleton.

Summary: The bones that are part of the axial skeleton are the sternum (B) and the mandible (E).

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