WAEC Biology 2006 Question 26

Question 26

Support and Movement

Which of the following is not a component of the appendicular skeleton?

  1. A.Ulna
  2. B.Atlas
  3. C.Femur
  4. D.Pelvic girdle
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Answer: B (Atlas)

Explanation

The atlas is the first neck vertebra, part of the axial skeleton; the limbs and girdles form the appendicular skeleton.