The adult human skeletal system consists of 206 bones, as well as a network of tendons, ligaments and cartilage that connects them. Teeth are made of dentin and enamel and are part of the skeletal ...

Sam Walters is the associate editor at Discover Magazine who writes and edits articles covering topics like archaeology, paleontology, ecology, and evolution, and manages a few print magazine sections ...

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Adam Taylor is affiliated with the Anatomical Society. Rebecca Shepherd receives funding from The Anatomical Society. Bones are amazing. People are often surprised to learn that bone is a living ...