Major bones of the Skeletal System
Across
- 4. runs parallel to the tibia.
- 7. the bone that connects the humerus with the clavicle.
- 9. located in the forefoot, between the tarsals and phalanges.
- 11. a series of 33 bones forming a backbone.
- 13. an oval, bony case that protects the brain.
- 14. a shield-shaped bony structure.
- 17. curved anterior bone of the shoulder.
- 19. inner and larger bone of the forearm.
- 20. composed of 8 small irregular bones of the wrist.
Down
- 1. commonly referred to as the 'funny bone'.
- 2. larger of the two bones that form the leg below the knee.
- 3. also known as accessory bone or kneecap.
- 5. heavy, long bone that forms the leg above the knee.
- 6. protects major organs such as the heart.
- 8. lower part of the torso located between the abdomen and legs.
- 10. a set of seven irregular shaped bones situated in the foot in the ankle area.
- 12. lies laterally and parallel to the ulna.
- 15. triangular bone in the lower back.
- 16. bones that make up the fingers of the hand and toes of the feet.
- 18. also known as the breastbone.