Bone Count Multiple Choices

This passage explores the number of bones in the human body, starting with 270 bones at birth that fuse to create 206 bones in adulthood. It explains the five major types of bones: long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, and sesamoid bones, each playing a unique role in the body. Long bones aid in movement, short bones provide stability, flat bones protect organs, irregular bones offer special functions, and sesamoid bones, like the kneecap, develop within tendons. The passage provides a simple breakdown of the skeleton’s composition and its importance.

This passage helps students learn specific anatomical vocabulary like “sesamoid” and “irregular bones,” improving their word recognition. It also sharpens comprehension skills by clearly explaining how the bones function and fuse over time. These types of readings foster critical thinking as students reflect on how each bone type supports the body. Additionally, students enhance their understanding of grammar and structure, as the passage is well-organized and presents facts logically.