Types of Skeleton
1. Axial
The axial skeleton is composed of the bones along the central axis of the body
a. Skull
b. Vertebral column
c. Rib cage
2. Appendicular
The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the
appendages
• Limbs
• Girdles: attach limbs to axial skeleton
Pectoral girdle consists of bones that hold the upper
limbs in place clavicle
and scapula
Pelvic girdle consists of bones that hold the lower limbs in place hip bones
1. Axial
The axial skeleton is composed of the bones along the central axis of the body
a. Skull
b. Vertebral column
c. Rib cage
2. Appendicular
The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the
appendages
• Limbs
• Girdles: attach limbs to axial skeleton
Pectoral girdle consists of bones that hold the upper
limbs in place clavicle
and scapula
Pelvic girdle consists of bones that hold the lower limbs in place hip bones
