appendicular skeleton

appendicular skeleton definition - medical

appendicular skeleton

noun
The bones of the limbs, including the bones of the pectoral and pelvic girdles.

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The bones of the limbs, including the bones of the pectoral and pelvic girdles.

Posted by anonymous 67 days ago.

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