Basic Skeletal Anatomy Worksheet

1. Describe the 4 functions of bones.

Supporting the body, protecting the internal organs, provides muscle attachment, and blood cell production.

2. How many bones are there in the human body?

206

3. What are the two divisions of the skeletal system? Name 5 specific bones in each division.

The axial skeleton which contains the:

• pelvis



• rib cage



• skull



• vertebral column



• and the sternum

and the appendicular skeleton which contains the:

• humerus



• radius



• ulna



• femur



• and patella

4. What bone makes up the upper arm?

The humerus

5. What bone makes up the face?

The skull

6. Name two bones that protect vital internal organs.

The rib cage and the sternum

7. What bone in the forearm is always on thumb side?

The radius

8. What bone is movable for back muscles to attach to?

The Scapula

9. What bone is also known as the shin bone?

The tibia

10. Sketch a human skeleton and label the following bones: skull, clavicle, sternum, humerus, radius, ulna, patella, femur, tibia, fibula, pelvis, vertebral column, scapula and rib cage