, 10 February 2021
Don’t let this quiz get under your skin! We’re investigating skeletons, but don’t get spooked. Get those bones moving and see if you can get full marks.
Most people have 12 pairs of ribs, but some people have more or fewer ribs.
What is commonly called the funny bone is actually the ulnar nerve, one of the biggest nerves in the arm.
True. The marrow inside your bones is the main site where your body makes blood cells.
The patella is a kneecap.
3. The humerus bone runs from the shoulder to the elbow, and the radius and ulna bones run from the elbow to the wrist.
Congratulations! You are a real science whiz!
Oh dear! Better brush up before the next quiz!
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19 February, 2021 at 12:03 pm
I enjoy your quiz but have been unable to get the “Was I right” button to work.
Not sure why?
19 February, 2021 at 12:10 pm
Oh no!
The answers are:
d) 12 pairs
b) a big nerve
True
d) in the leg
b) 3