Question

Which of the following is an example of appendicular skeleton?

• A. Bones of skull
• B. Bones of vertebral column
• C. Ribs
• D. Bones of fore and hind limb

Answer 1

The correct option is D Bones of fore and hind limb

• Skeletal system consists of a framework of bones and a few cartilages.
  
• In human beings, this system is grouped into two principal divisions – the axial and the appendicular skeleton.
  
• The appendicular skeleton comprises of the bones of the limbs(forelimb and hind limb) along with their girdles(pectoral and pelvis).
  
• Hence bones of forelimb and hindlimb is an example of the appendicular skeleton.
• So, the correct answer is 'Bones of fore and hindlimb'.