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5 Cards in this Set
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Bones of the Skull
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Cranial Bones: surround and protect the brain & sensory organs
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Bones of the Rib Cage
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Protect internal Organs, assist in breathing
Includes the Sternum (breastbone) & the ribs (12 pairs) |
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Facial Bones
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Form the underlying structure of the face; support teeth
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Vertebral Column (backbone)
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Surround & protect the spinal cord; support for upper part of body; provide attachment for muscles
Includes the vertebra (26 bones) |
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Intervertebral disks
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Cartilaginous pads between vertebrae; they absorb shock & permit flexibility
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