Human Skull Anatomy Worksheet
Explore the complex anatomy and functions of the human skull with this Grade 11 science worksheet.
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Human Skull Anatomy Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided diagrams as needed.
1. Which of the following bones forms the superior and posterior part of the cranium?
Frontal bone
Parietal bone
Temporal bone
Occipital bone
2. Which cranial suture connects the parietal bones with the occipital bone?
Coronal suture
Sagittal suture
Lambdoid suture
Squamous suture
1. The bone forms the forehead and the superior part of the orbits.
2. The only movable bone of the skull is the .
3. The foramen is a large opening at the base of the skull through which the spinal cord passes.
1. Briefly describe the primary functions of the human skull.
2. Differentiate between the neurocranium and the viscerocranium, listing at least two bones for each.
1. All bones of the adult human skull are immovably joined by sutures.
True
False
2. The zygomatic bone is commonly known as the cheekbone.
True
False
Label the indicated bones and sutures on the human skull diagram below.
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