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-Neck Bones. Labeled C1-C7
-YES JOINT (Atlanto-Occipital)
-NO JOINT (Atlanto-Axial) |
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-Backbone. Labled T1-T12
-Holds rib cage and protects the lungs and heart. |
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-Lower back. labeled L1-L5.
-Supports the weight of the body and allows movement. |
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-Base of the spine labeled S1-S5.
-Fuses into one bone between the ages of 18-30.
-Articulate securely with the pelvic girdle to provide firm support. |
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-Tailbone
-3-5 bones that fuse together by the age of 30.
-Serves as an attachment site for Tendons, Ligaments, and Muscles.
-Insertion point of some muscles of the pelvic floor.
-Helps support and stabilize while people are sitting. |
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-Made up of 26 bones as an adult
-Made up of 34 bones as a child
-Provides main support for the body
-Lets you stand upright, bend, and twist.
-Protects the spinal cord. |
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| Spine. (Vertebral Column) 26-34 |
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