Human Skull Anatomy Worksheet
Anatomy worksheet for Grade 8 science focusing on the structures and functions of the human skull.
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Human Skull Anatomy
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. Refer to the diagram of the human skull as needed.
1. What is the primary function of the human skull?
To aid in digestion
To protect the brain
To filter blood
To produce hormones
2. Which of the following bones forms the forehead?
Parietal bone
Temporal bone
Frontal bone
Occipital bone
3. The skull is made up of several bones connected by immovable joints called .
4. The lower jawbone, which is the only movable bone in the skull, is known as the .
5. Label the following parts of the human skull using the word bank provided.

A.
B.
C.
D.
6. The human skull is composed of only one bone.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the difference between the cranium and the facial bones.
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