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Which of the following bones is NOT considered part of the axial skeleton in a canine?
Explanation
Correct Answer: B. Femur.
The axial skeleton consists of the bones along the central axis of the body. This includes the skull, vertebral column (including the Atlas), ribs, and sternum.
The femur (thigh bone) is part of the appendicular skeleton, which includes the bones of the thoracic (front) and pelvic (hind) limbs.