THE AXIAL SKELETON

The bones that make up the axial portion of the skeleton are all
located on, or near the midline, or axis, of the body.

THE AXIAL SKELETON

The portion of the skeleton associated with the longitudinal axis of the body, consisting of the skull, vertebrae, ribs, and sternum.

 
  • Skull
  • Hyoid bone - Supports the base of the tongue, the pharynx & the larynx
  • Spinal column
  • Ribs
  • Sternum