Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

Anatomy & Physiology

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common difference between the male and female skeleton?

The male rib cage is more flexible than the female rib cage.

The female femur is longer than the male femur.

The male skull has a larger frontal bone than the female skull.

The female pelvis is wider and shallower than the male pelvis.

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Begin by understanding that the human skeleton has differences between males and females due to biological and functional reasons.

Consider the anatomical structure of the pelvis, which is one of the most notable differences between male and female skeletons. The female pelvis is adapted for childbirth, making it wider and shallower compared to the male pelvis.

Examine the rib cage, femur, and skull differences mentioned in the options. The flexibility of the rib cage, length of the femur, and size of the frontal bone are not commonly recognized differences between male and female skeletons.

Focus on the pelvis: the female pelvis is designed to accommodate childbirth, which requires a wider and shallower structure to allow for the passage of a baby during delivery.

Conclude that the correct answer is based on the anatomical adaptation of the female pelvis for reproductive purposes, distinguishing it from the male pelvis.