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axial skeleton

/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/

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/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/C1formalmedical
  • ruЦентральная часть скелета, включающая череп, позвоночный столб и грудную клетку, обеспечивающая структурную поддержку и защиту головного мозга, спинного мозга и жизненно важных органов.

The central part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, providing structural support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and vital organs.

  1. Central bone structureB2formal

    The part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate, including the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.

    ruОсевой скелет

    • The axial skeleton provides support and protection for the brain, spinal cord, and vital organs.
    • In humans, the axial skeleton consists of 80 bones.
    • Fractures of the axial skeleton can be serious due to the proximity to major organs.