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axial skeleton

/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/

Tradução: Parte central do esqueleto que inclui o crânio, a coluna vertebral e a caixa torácica, fornecendo suporte estrutural e proteção ao cérebro, à medula espinhal e aos órgãos vitais.

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/ˈæksiəl ˈskɛlɪtən/C1formalmedical
  • ptParte central do esqueleto que inclui o crânio, a coluna vertebral e a caixa torácica, fornecendo suporte estrutural e proteção ao cérebro, à medula espinhal e aos órgãos vitais.

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.

    ptEsqueleto axial

    • 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.