Identification of Bones
The 206 bones of the skeleton provide a framework and points of attachment for many of the body's soft tissues. The diagrams are adapted from Dank (1990)[1]
Skull
Anterior View
Lateral View
Thorax - Anterior View
Spine - Right Lateral View
Shoulder Girdle - Posterior View
Pelvic Girdle - Anterior View
Foot - Lateral View
Lower Limb - Posterior View
References
- DANK, L. (1990) Chapter 8 - The Skeletal System: The appendicular skeleton. [Diagram]. In: TORTORA, G.J. and ANAGNOSTAKOS, N.P. (1990). Principles of Anatomy and Physiology. 6th ed. London, Haper Collins
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