Human Skull Anatomy Worksheet
A Grade 9 science worksheet on the anatomy and functions of the human skull, covering its bones, protective role, and key features.
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Human Skull Anatomy Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your knowledge. Refer to the provided diagram for assistance where applicable.
Study the diagram of the human skull below and answer the questions that follow.
1. What is the primary function of the skull?
2. Name two major bones that make up the cranium.
3. Which of the following bones is NOT part of the cranium?
Frontal bone
Parietal bone
Mandible
Temporal bone
4. The sutures of the skull are best described as:
Movable joints
Fibrous joints
Cartilaginous joints
Synovial joints
5. The only movable bone in the skull is the .
6. The brain is housed and protected by the .
7. The skull is composed of a single, solid bone.
True
False
8. The ethmoid bone forms part of the nasal cavity and orbits.
True
False
9. Briefly describe the role of sutures in the human skull.