NEET 2011 Biology question

Three of the following pairs of the human skeletal parts are correctly matched with their respective inclusive skeletal category and one pair is not matched. Identify the non-matching pair.

(1)Sternum and Ribs - Axial skeleton
(2)Clavicle and Glenoid Cavity - Pelvic girdleCorrect
(3)Humerus and ulna - Appendicular skeleton
(4)Malleus and stapes - Ear ossicles

Answer: (2)

Solution

The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, sternum and ribs, so (1) is correct. The appendicular skeleton includes the limb bones (humerus, radius, ulna, etc.) and the girdles, so (3) is correct. Malleus, incus and

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