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no longer needed in humans, whats left of tail.

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Scientific name for tail bone?

The anatomical term for tail bone is coccyx.


What type of structure is the human tailbone?

The human tailbone, or coccyx, is a triangular bone formation located at the base of the vertebral column. It is made up of four fused vertebrae and serves as an attachment site for ligaments and muscles that support the pelvis and lower back.


Which bone is called the coccyx?

That is the tail bone.


How do you spell cocyx?

The correct spelling of the bone is the coccyx (tail bone, lowest bone on the spine for tailless primates).


Pain in coccyx?

Inflamation of the tissue & nerves around the coccyx -- or tail bone...


What is the purpose of the sacrum and coccyx?

Sacrum gives support to your hip bones. It is integral part of the skeletal system. The coccyx reminds you of Sir Charles Darwin. This vestigial bone reminds you that your ancestors had tails and were close to monkeys.


The last bone in the back?

The last bone in the back is the coccyx, commonly known as the tailbone. It consists of three to five fused vertebrae and provides attachment points for muscles and ligaments. The coccyx supports the pelvis and assists with sitting and maintaining proper posture.


What is the cot sit bone in your buttocks?

Coccyx .


What is the tail bone made up of?

Coccyx


Where is a fused bone located?

a fused bone is located in you skull and in your sacrum and coccyx( tail bone)


Do girls have a coccyx?

Yes, girls have a coccyx. The coccyx is a small triangular bone at the base of the spine, commonly referred to as the tailbone, and is present in both males and females.


What is the name of the human tail a short bone at the end of the back bone?

Coccyx