Question

Appendicular skeleton in human consists of __________ and __________.

[Review question: Pg. No: 230]

• A. Pelvic girdle and Vertebral column
• B. Pelvic girdle and pectoral girdle
• C. Skull facial bones and sternum
• D. Sternum and ribs

Answer 1

The correct option is B Pelvic girdle and pectoral girdle

The appendicular skeleton contains the bones in the appendages of the body, as well as the structures that connect the appendages to the axial skeleton. Specifically, the appendicular skeleton comprises the shoulder girdle; the arm, wrist, and hand bones; the pelvic girdle; and the leg, ankle, and foot bones.