Comprising 22 different bones along with a multitude of cartilage and ligaments, the human skull is a marvel of natural engineering. All the bones, with the exception of the mandible, are fused together.
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Comprising 22 different bones along with a multitude of cartilage and ligaments, the human skull is a marvel of natural engineering. All the bones, with the exception of the mandible, are fused together.
The skull's bones can be categorized into two primary groups:
Here are the eight neurocranial bones:
Here are the 14 facial bones:
Extra Information:
Including the auditory ossicles (the bones in the ears) brings the total number of bones in the skull to 28:
Here are the six bones in the ear:
Incus -2x
Malleus -2x
Stapes -2x
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Recommended Reading: Skeletal System – Anatomy & Physiology of Human Skeletal System
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