EVERYDAY SCIENCE

SCIENCE

SKELETAL SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of skeleton is the human body?
A
exoskeleton
B
endoskeleton
C
fused
D
spongy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The human skeleton is an endoskeleton that is composed of the axial and appendicular skeleton. The axial skeleton is composed of the bones of the skull, ossicles of the ear, hyoid bone, vertebral column, and ribcage. The skull consists of eight cranial bones and 14 facial bones.

Detailed explanation-2: -The adult human skeleton usually consists of 206 named bones. These bones can be grouped in two divisions: axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton.

Detailed explanation-3: -The hard part which is the internal support of the structure is called an endoskeleton. It is developed from endoderm and is called a living structure. Some examples of endoskeleton are cartilage, bone, etc. The hard part present outside the body which protects the soft tissues and muscles is called the exoskeleton.

Detailed explanation-4: -Types of Skeletal Designs There are three different skeleton designs that provide organisms these functions: hydrostatic skeleton, exoskeleton, and endoskeleton.

Detailed explanation-5: -The main purpose of the endoskeleton is to provide structure to the general body. It is also meant to protect the internal organs. Examples of animals that have endoskeletons include horses, humans, dogs, and sharks.

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