[Solved] The Skeletal System: The Appendicular Skeleton - Chapter questions - Problem 8F - Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14th Edition(Edition)

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1. Protection:      The bony pelvis protects the viscera of the lower abdomen and pelvis. Some of these organs are  the urinary bladder, the rectum, the colon, the uterus in females and prostate in male.
 2.Support. The pelvis supports the vertebral column and the weight of organs of the abdomen and pelvis. Some of these organs are urinary bladder, colon, uterus  (in female),In the female, it also supports the weight of the fetus in pregnancy.  
 3.Connection.   The lower limbs are connected to the axial skeleton by the pelvis. 
  The glenoid fossa is part of the flexible glenohumeral joint that facilitates a wide range of 
   movements. It facilitates squatting, bending, walking, jumping, running, biking  and skiing. Many of 
  the powerful muscles that supply the power for these movements are attached to the pelvis.

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