2. The Pelvis
Two functions
1. connects the vertebral column to the femurs.
• bear the weight of the upper body and transfers that weight
from the axial skeleton to the appendicular skeleton
• provide attachments for muscles of locomotion and posture.
2. contain and protect pelvic and some abdominal viscera
• urinary tracts
• internal reproductive organs
• provide attachment for external reproductive organs and
associated muscles and membranes
31. The Pelvis
Two functions
1. connects the vertebral column to the femurs.
2. contain and protect pelvic and some abdominal viscera
32. The Pelvis
Two functions
1. connects the vertebral column to the femurs.
• bear the weight of the upper body and transfers that weight
from the axial skeleton to the appendicular skeleton
• provide attachments for muscles of locomotion and posture.
2. contain and protect pelvic and some abdominal viscera
