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Multiple Choice
Which bone is not associated with the appendicular skeleton?
A
Femur
B
Sternum
C
Humerus
D
Scapula
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Understand the two main divisions of the human skeleton: the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton.
The axial skeleton includes bones that form the central axis of the body, such as the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.
The appendicular skeleton consists of bones that are part of the limbs and girdles, including the femur, humerus, scapula, and other bones associated with the arms and legs.
Identify the bones listed in the problem: Femur, Sternum, Humerus, and Scapula.
Determine which of these bones is part of the axial skeleton rather than the appendicular skeleton. The sternum is part of the axial skeleton, while the femur, humerus, and scapula are part of the appendicular skeleton.