Reading Guide

The Appendicular Skeleton

Reading Guide

The Appendicular Skeleton

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2. The Pectoral Girdle
  • Identify bones forming the pectoral girdle and relate their structure and arrangement to the function of this girdle.
  • Identify important bone markings on the pectoral girdle.
3. The Pelvic Girdle
  • Name the bones contributing to the os coxae and relate the pelvic girdle’s strength to its function.
  • Describe differences in the male and female pelves and relate these to functional differences.


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