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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The ilium, ischium, and pubis form the:
Options
A Pectoral girdle
B Pelvic girdle
Correct Answer
C Axial skeleton
D Thoracic cage
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The ilium, ischium, and pubis fuse to form the pelvic girdle (hip bones). These three bones form the os coxae (coxal bone) that connects the hindlimbs to the axial skeleton.

Hint

These three bones fuse to form each side of the hip.

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