Skeleton
Names
Functions
Number
Present
1
SKULL
protect the contents of
your thoracic cavity
22
2
FEMUR
Connecting muscles,
tendons and ligaments in
your hips and knees to the
rest of your body.
2
3
PELVIC GIRDLE
provides support and
protection for the
abdominopelvic
structures.
3
4
TIBIA AND FIBULA
supports your body when
you stand and move.
4 (2 pairs)
5
HUMERUS
provide support for your
shoulder and a wide
variety of movements for
your arm.
2
6
ULNA
helps you move your arm,
wrist and hand.
2
7
RADIUS
permits the forearm and
hand to pronate and
supinate, flex and extend
at the elbow, and adduct,
abduct, extend, flex, and
circumduction the wrist.
2
8
RIBS
protect the contents of
your thoracic cavity
24
9
PATELLA
helps muscles, tendons
and ligaments work
correctly, as well as helps
you move your knee.
2
10
SPINE
gives your body structure
and support.
1