How many bones are there in the adult human body?

The adult human body typically contains 206 bones. This number is the standard count for adults, as certain bones that are separate in infants fuse together as a person matures. For example, infants are born with approximately 270 bones, but as they grow, some of these bones, particularly in the skull and spine, fuse together, leading to the total of 206 bones in a healthy adult. This skeletal framework provides support, protection to vital organs, and facilitates movement through the attachment of muscles. The options indicating higher numbers do not reflect the standard anatomical count recognized in human biology.