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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The ilium is part of the:
Options
A Pectoral girdle
B Pelvic girdle
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C Axial skeleton
D Thoracic vertebrae
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ilium is part of the pelvic girdle. It is the uppermost and largest of the three bones that fuse to form the hip bone (ilium, ischium, and pubis).

Hint

This bone is part of the hip, forming the upper, wing-like portion.

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