Question

fingers and toes are referred to as:
tarsals
carpals
metacarpals
phalanges
metatarsals
question 2
which of these is not a function of the vertebral column?
provides direct attachment for the arms
provides direct attachment for the hip bones
supports the trunk and head
protects the spinal cord from mechanical injury

Explanation:

Question 1

To solve this, we recall anatomical terms: Tarsals are ankle bones, carpals are wrist bones, metacarpals are hand bones (between wrist and fingers), metatarsals are foot bones (between ankle and toes), and phalanges are the bones of fingers and toes.

The vertebral column (spine) supports the trunk/head, protects the spinal cord, and the hip bones attach to the sacrum (part of the spine). Arms attach to the pectoral girdle, not the vertebral column directly.

Answer:

D. phalanges

Question 2