Your body's 206 bones are differentiated by more than just name. They are divided into four categories, according to the Cleveland Clinic: Long, short, flat and irregular bones.

Introduction The skeletal system is composed of bones and cartilage connected by ligaments to form a framework for the rest of the body tissues. There are two parts to the skeleton: Axial skeleton – ...

And everything starts with a meticulous search for evidence. "There are 206 bones in the human body," Wilgus said. "Our goal is to find all 206." That's not always possible, he said.

The skeleton allows movement, provides support and protection for vital organs and makes blood cells. Skeletal muscles move the bones in the body. The skeletal system is made from bones and joints ...

Brian Switek’s “Skeleton Keys” takes a close look at our 206 bones and how they allow us to “stomp, fly, swim, slither, dig, run.” ...

Introduction The skeletal system is composed of bones and cartilage connected by ligaments to form a framework for the rest of the body tissues. There are two parts to the skeleton: Axial skeleton – ...