Skull: A protective barrier for the brain and a framework for the face

Introduction:

Bike riders and wicket keepers use helmets to protect their head/skull.

But why?

The skull is a rigid bony structure protects the brain and acts as a framework for the face.

What is skull?

Skull is a skeletal framework that forms the head. It is made up of cranial and facial bones like imagining multiple peieces fused together to form puzzle.

Function of skull:

Skull is divided into two parts,

• Cranial bones
• Facial bones

1. Cranial bones protects brain
2. Facial bones forms face

Image representing the parts of skull

Conclusion:

The skull is one of the most important bony structures in the human body, involved in protection and providing a framework for the face. Skull injuries can cause damage to the brain and other internal structures.

Puzzle peices that protect your most vital organs — that’s your skull!