The Skeletal System

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Across
  1. 2. known as the finger and toe bones.
  2. 3. one of the bones that make up the forearm.
  3. 5. the larger bone that makes up the calf.
  4. 6. an example of a sesamoid bone that protects the tendon of the knee from stress and wear.
  5. 8. also known as the collar bone.
  6. 10. a type of bone that protects the internal organs like a shield.
  7. 11. located in the wrist.
  8. 12. its cage-like structure protects the heart and lungs.
  9. 13. responsible for the movements of talking and chewing.
  10. 14. complex-shaped bones present in the spinal and pelvic region that provides protection to the spine and internal organs.
Down
  1. 1. most of the bones in a baby are made from this specialised material.
  2. 4. is a triangular-winged shaped bone, also known as the shoulder blade.
  3. 7. located in the ankle region.
  4. 8. main nutrient of milk and assists with bone development and growth.
  5. 9. scientific name for skull; protects the brain.