Human Skeleton and Its Components Quiz

The collarbone is commonly referred to as the clavicle.

The clavicle is not part of the human skull.

The ribcage's purpose is to protect the heart and lungs.

The sternum is commonly known as the 'breastbone'.

The coccyx is commonly known as the 'tailbone'.

The humerus is the bone located in the upper arm, commonly known as the 'upper arm bone'.

The femur is the largest bone in the human body.

There are 26 vertebrae in the human spine.

The scapula is the scientific name for the shoulder blade.

The mandible forms the lower jaw in humans.

The stapes is the small bone located in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations to the inner ear.

The ulna articulates with the radius to form the elbow joint.

The femur is commonly known as the 'thighbone'.

The occipital bone forms the back of the skull and protects the brainstem.

The rib is capable of self-regeneration and is often used in medical procedures.

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

The tibia is commonly known as the 'shinbone'.

The ischium is the bone located at the back of the pelvis, commonly referred to as the 'sit bones'.