Which is not a part of the appendicular skeleton?
A) Coxal bones
B) Parietal bones
C) Radius
D) Clavicle

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The parietal bones are part of the axial skeleton, which includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage. The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs (arms and legs) as well as the bones that anchor the limbs to the axial skeleton (shoulder girdle and pelvic girdle). Therefore, choices A, C, and D are all part of the appendicular skeleton.

Which Is Not a Part of the Appendicular Skeleton