SKELETAL SYSTEM May 2014 | Page 5

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What bones do we have?

The most essential parts of the skeletal system are the: cranium, rib cage, spine and pelvis.

What do they protect?

Cranium - protects the brain

Ribs - protect the heart and lungs

Spine - protects the spinal cord and allows the tranposrt of brain waves through the body

Pelvis - allows the connection of the legs to the torso

pelvis