Whereas some of the skeletal transitions to bipedality appear to be isolated adaptations, others clearly occurred in tandem. A good example is the reorganization of the pelvic girdle as it correlates to a change in the vertebral column. For this question, explain one way in which a change in the former facilitated a change in the latter. How did this change in the shape of the vertebral column aid in bipedal locomotion/posture? (100-150 wds.)

Whereas some of the skeletal transitions to bipedality appear to be isolated adaptations, others clearly occurred in tandem. A good example is the reorganization of the pelvic girdle as it correlates to a change in the vertebral column. For this question, explain one way in which a change in the former facilitated a change in the latter. How did this change in the shape of the vertebral column aid in bipedal locomotion/posture? (100-150 wds.)

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter5: The Skeletal System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 8SQ: The axial skeleton consists of the ______, while the appendicular skeleton consists of the _____

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