Hsb — Introduction to the Human Skeleton + 7 more topics

Your human skeleton is made up of 206 bones in adults, but it's not just a collection of hard, inert pieces. It's a living system that's constantly remodeling itself. We generally split it into two main parts:

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Your axial skeleton is the central part of your skeletal system, consisting of 80 bones divided into three main regions: the skull, the vertebral column, and the thoracic cage. These bones primarily provide protection for internal organs and a surface for muscle attachment.