JAMB Biology 1984 Question 39

Question 39

Support and Movement

The axial skeleton of a mammal does not include the bones of the

  1. A.skull
  2. B.tail
  3. C.limbs
  4. D.back
  5. E.neck.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (limbs)

Explanation

The axial skeleton is the skull, vertebral column (neck, back, tail) and ribs. Limb bones belong to the appendicular skeleton.