Question

What are limbs? What are their functions?

Answer 1

Limbs:

1. A limb is a jointed or prehensile appendage of a human or other animal's body.
2. The human body's upper and lower limbs include elements of the shoulder and hip girdles, often referred to as upper and lower limbs, respectively.
3. The arms and legs are connected by the torso or trunk.

Functions of limbs:

1. Many animals move about by using their limbs, such as walking, running, climbing, or swimming.
2. Some animals can use their forelimbs to carry and operate objects, while others can use them to fly.
3. Some animals can use their hind limbs to manipulate their surroundings.