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The term 'axial' usually relates to the skeletal system and refers to the 'central core' bones composed of the; skull, mandible, facial bones, hyoid, vertebrae, sacrum, coccyx, ribs, and sternum.

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Is a tarsals part of the axial skeleton?

Tarsals are NOT part of the axial skeleton. The axial skeleton includes the head and trunk. Tarsals would be part of the appendicular skeleton which consists of your appendages (arms and legs from the shoulder and hip joints out).


Is the carpals in the axial skeleton?

Carpals are NOT part of the axial skeleton. The axial skeleton includes the head and trunk. Carpals would be part of the appendicular skeleton which consists of your appendages (arms and legs from the shoulder and hip joints out).


Is the shoulder part of the trunk?

No, the shoulder is not considered part of the trunk. The trunk typically refers to the central part of the body, including the chest and abdomen. The shoulder is part of the upper extremity.


Is rib part of axial skeleton?

Yes, the ribs are part of the axial skeleton.


Does the axial part of the skeleton have a cavity?

The axial part of the skeleton is comprised of the bones in the skull and trunk of the body. Yes, the axial part of the skeleton does have a cavity.


What is the axial name for a toe bone?

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What are the two main parts of the skeleton and what is each part comprised of?

The two main parts of the skeleton are the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton. The axial skeleton consists of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, while the appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the limbs, shoulder girdle, and pelvic girdle.


Shoulder girdle bone that is unattched to the axial skeleton?

scapular


What is the shoulder girdle bone that does not articulate with the axial skeleton?

scapula


Is coxae a part of axial skeleton?

No, they are part of the appendicular skeleton.


Is patella part of the axial skeleton?

No. It is part of the appendicular skeleton.


Shoulder hip anm and leg bones make up what skeleton?

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