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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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Briefly describe each of the following bone features: a condyle, crest, tubercle, fossa, sulcus, and foramen

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The skeletal system includes all of the bones and joints in the body. Each bone is a complex living organ that is made up of many cells, protein fibers, and minerals. The skeleton acts as a scaffold by providing support and protection for the soft tissues that make up the rest of the body. An adult body is made up of 206 bones, arranged in two divisions namely; axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton. The axial skeleton runs along the body’s midline axis and is made up of 80 bones and the appendicular skeleton is made up of 126 bones.