Anatomy of Fore- and Hindlimbs in Quadrupeds

The distal segment of the limb carries five digits.

The two main components of each limb are the basal segment or girdle, and a free part divided into proximal, middle and distal segments.

The function of the fore- and hindlimbs in quadrupeds is for bearing the weight of the body and for locomotion.

<p>The girdle attaches the limb to the axial skeleton.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>With the evolution of the erect posture in man, the function of weight-bearing was taken over by the lower limbs. Thus the upper limbs, especially the hands, became free and gradually evolved into organs having great manipulative skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are primarily used for locomotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It carries five digits</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The lower limbs have a wider range of mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It attaches the limb to the axial skeleton</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manipulative skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To bear the weight of the body and for locomotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To evolve into organs with great manipulative skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide mobility at the shoulder</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To carry five digits</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Girdle and free part</p> Signup and view all the answers