Chapter 8.2, Problem 13BYGO

Summary Introduction

To differentiate:

Between pelvis and hindlimb of humans and apes along with the reason for this difference.

Introduction:

Pelvis joins the core and upper part of the body to the lower partand protects parts of the intestine and reproductivesystem. The pelvisregion includes a pelvic cavity, bony pelvis, pelvic floor, and perineum. It is a ring of three bones, namely, two hip bones and one sacrum. Hindlimbs or lower limbs, on the other hand, are attached to the pelvic girdleand are primarily involved in locomotion. It has three regions, namely, femoral region, crural region and tarsal region, with 30 bones in total.