30 Questions
Which bone secures the appendicular skeleton to the axial skeleton?
Scapula
Which bone adds strength to the shoulder joint?
Scapula
What is the shape of the scapula?
Flat and triangular
Which muscle is NOT found on the posterior aspect of the scapula?
Subscapularis
Which bone is the first to ossify in the body and the last to fuse?
Clavicle
Which joint is formed by the articulation of the talus, tibia, and fibula?
Ankle joint
Which bone is the largest tarsal bone and forms the prominence of the heel?
Calcaneus
Which joint allows for inversion and eversion movements of the foot?
Subtalar joint
Which bone articulates with the navicular bone?
Calcaneus
What is the largest facet in the subtalar joint?
Posterior Facet
Which bone is located on the lateral side of the foot and articulates with the calcaneus proximally?
Cuboid
What is the role of the navicular bone in the foot?
Maintaining the arch and supporting the weight and movements of the body
Which cuneiform bone articulates laterally with the cuboid bone?
Lateral cuneiform
Which arch has a greater curve and plays a vital role in maintaining balance?
Medial arch
Which artery is a continuation of the subclavian artery and supplies the axilla, shoulder, and thoracic muscles?
Axillary artery
Which artery wraps around the neck of the humerus and supplies the deltoid muscles and shoulder joint?
Anterior Circumflex Humeral Artery
Which vein drains the arm, axilla, and chest, and joins with the basilic vein inferiorly and the cephalic vein superiorly?
Axillary vein
Which vein drains the forearm, elbow joint, and humerus, and is a deep vein of the forearm?
Brachial vein
Which vein drains the lateral aspect of the upper limb and joins the cephalic and basilic veins at the elbow?
Ulnar vein
Which anatomical landmark is found in the superior aspect of the sternum?
Jugular notch
Which muscle is located on the posterior surface of the shoulder girdle?
Trapezius muscle
Which bones form the transverse arch of the foot?
Metatarsals and tarsal bones
What is the function of the transverse arch?
To distribute body weight over the base of the foot
Which muscle(s) contribute to the Achilles tendon?
Gastrocnemius and soleus
Where does the Achilles tendon attach?
Calcaneal tuberosity
What is another name for the Achilles tendon?
Calcaneal tendon
Which tendon is the largest and most powerful in the human body?
Achilles tendon
Which muscle(s) are responsible for plantar flexion of the ankle?
Gastrocnemius and soleus
What is the alternative name for the calcaneal tuberosity?
Heel bone
What is the primary function of the Achilles tendon?
To enable plantar flexion of the ankle
Test your knowledge on the articulation of the calcaneus bone with the talus and navicular bones. Learn about the subtalar and talocalcaneal joints and their role in foot movements.
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