Anatomy of Pectoral Girdle and Pelvic Bone
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What bones form the pectoral girdle?

  • Clavicle and scapula (correct)
  • Clavicle and sternum
  • Clavicle and humerus
  • Humerus and scapula

Which parts of the femur articulate with the pelvic bone?

  • Medial and lateral condyles
  • Trochanters
  • Distal epiphysis
  • Proximal epiphysis (correct)

How do the ilium, ischium, and pubis fuse to form the pelvic bone?

  • They form the acetabulum (correct)
  • By ligaments only
  • Separated by muscles
  • Through syndesmosis joints

Which part of the foot arch runs along the medial side from calcaneus to metatarsals I-III?

<p>Medial longitudinal arch (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of bone is the patella?

<p>Sesamoid bone (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bones articulate with the humerus?

<p>Ulna and radius (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to bending of a joint?

<p>Flexion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is the elbow, based on the text?

<p>Hinge joint (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone is NOT part of the pectoral girdle?

<p>Humerus (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the stabilizing structures in joints?

<p>Limit range of motion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which joint is described as being more mobile but less stable compared to others in the body?

<p>Hip joint (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure plays a crucial role in maintaining foot arches?

<p>Talus bone (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the sacrum in the human body?

<p>To protect the spinal cord and provide attachment for ligaments and muscles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bones are part of the pectoral girdle in humans?

<p>Clavicle and scapula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the pelvic bones in humans?

<p>To provide attachment sites for muscles that move the legs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint?

<p>Femur (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the foot arches in humans?

<p>To reduce mechanical stress on joints during walking and running (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bones play a crucial role in supporting the foot arches?

<p>Tarsals (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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