L2Ob4-Pelvic girdle structural differences flash cards

Set: L2Ob4-Pelvic girdle structural differences

Term	Definition
female	tilted forward;adapted for childbearing;true pelvis defines the birth canal;cavity of the true pelvis is broad, shallow, and has a greater capacity;bones lighter, thinner, and smoother;wider and shorter sacrum;straighter coccyx
male	tilted less far forward;adapted for support of a male's heavier build and stronger muscles;cavity of the true pelvis is narrow and deep;bones heavier and thicker, and markings are more prominent;narrow and longer sacrum;less movable more curved coccyx

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