Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
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Chapter 8 - The Skeletal System: The Appendicular System - Figure 8.9 - Page 241: 1

Answer

The medial border of the wing of each ilium articulates with the sacrum to form the sacroiliac or SI joint.

Work Step by Step

The medial edge of each ilium articulates with the sacrum to form the sacroiliac joint.The sacroiliac joints transfers the weight of the body to the pelvis.. The pelvis transfers the weight of the body to the femoral bones when one assumes a standing position.
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