What is the internal skeleton?

human skeleton, the internal skeleton that serves as a framework for the body. This framework consists of many individual bones and cartilages. There also are bands of fibrous connective tissue—the ligaments and the tendons—in intimate relationship with the parts of the skeleton.

1. What is meant by internal skeleton?
2. What are internal skeletons called?
3. What has an internal skeleton?
4. What is the difference between external and internal skeleton?

What is meant by internal skeleton?

The skeleton of a vertebrate; = "endoskeleton".

What are internal skeletons called?

An endoskeleton (From Greek ἔνδον, éndon = "within", "inner" + σκελετός, skeletos = "skeleton") is an internal support structure of an animal, composed of mineralized tissue.

What has an internal skeleton?

All vertebrate animals (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals) have internal skeletons. Although they look quite different at first glance, they share some basic characteristics. Have a look at the skeletons below and compare them to the human skeleton.

What is the difference between external and internal skeleton?

The Endoskeleton of an animal is present inside the body, which is also known as the internal skeleton. Meanwhile, the exoskeleton of an animal is present outside the body, which is also known as the external skeleton. The exoskeleton is made up of hard bones and malleable cartilage.