Human Anatomy: The Skeletal System Quiz

The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the shoulder blade to the sternum.

The frontal bone forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets.

The femur, or thigh bone, is the longest and strongest bone in the human body, connecting the hip to the knee.

The vertebral column, or spine, is composed of 26 vertebrae, divided into five regions: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal.

The occipital bone is a single bone at the back of the skull, forming the base and back wall of the skull and containing the foramen magnum.

The stapes, or stirrup bone, is the smallest bone in the human body and is located in the middle ear, transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear.

The knee joint is a hinge joint, allowing movement in one plane.

The sternum, or breastbone, is a long flat bone located in the center of the chest.

The calcaneus, or heel bone, is the largest of the tarsal bones, forming the heel of the foot and providing attachment for the Achilles tendon.

The scapula, or shoulder blade, is a flat bone located on the posterior side of the thorax, connecting the upper arm bone (humerus) with the clavicle.

The tibia, or shinbone, is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg and is located on the medial side (towards the big toe) of the leg.

The rib cage, composed of ribs and sternum, encloses and protects vital organs such as the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels.

The femur, or thigh bone, is the longest and strongest bone in the human body, supporting the body's weight during activities like walking and running.

The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the medial side (towards the pinky finger) and runs parallel to the radius.

The occipital bone forms the base of the skull and contains the foramen magnum, a large opening through which the spinal cord passes.

The carpals are a group of eight small bones that make up the wrist. They articulate with the radius and ulna of the forearm and with the metacarpal bones of the hand.

The point where two bones meet is called an articulation or joint. Joints can be immovable, slightly movable, or freely movable, depending on their structure and function.