This article was originally published with the title “ The Structure of the Skeleton in Invertebrate Animals ” in SA Supplements Vol. 86 No. 2242supp (December 1918), p. 386 doi:10.1038 ...

Skeleton - Shape and structure ... An adult skeleton is made up of 206 bones, which come in several different shapes and sizes. The shape of a bone reflects its role within your body: ...

Museum of Osteology in Oklahoma City provides educational programs for kids and adults, sparking interest in various ...

Unfortunately, there are a lot of medical disorders out there that directly or indirectly affect the health of our skeleton.

The skeleton was found in the town of Pommerœul, near Belgium’s border with France. Placed in the fetal position, it was the only intact body in a graveyard containing 76 cremation burials.