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What is the greater tubercle?
What is the lesser tubercle?
What is deltoid tuberosity?
What is the radial fossa?
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What is the coronoid fossa?
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What is the capitulum?
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What is the trochlea?
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Study Notes
Key Features of the Right Humerus
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Greater Tubercle
- Located on the proximal end of the humerus.
- Serves as a site for muscle attachment, particularly for the rotator cuff muscles.
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Lesser Tubercle
- Positioned anteriorly compared to the greater tubercle.
- Also a site for muscle attachment, notably for the subscapularis muscle.
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Deltoid Tuberosity
- A roughened area on the lateral shaft of the humerus.
- Provides attachment for the deltoid muscle and is approximately halfway down the bone.
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Radial Fossa
- A shallow depression on the anterior aspect of the humerus, above the capitulum.
- Accommodates the head of the radius during elbow flexion.
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Coronoid Fossa
- A deeper pit located above the trochlea on the anterior side.
- Receives the coronoid process of the ulna when the elbow is flexed.
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Capitulum
- A rounded structure on the lateral side of the distal humerus.
- Articulates with the head of the radius, playing a crucial role in elbow movement.
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Trochlea
- Located on the medial side of the distal humerus and shaped like a spool.
- Connects with the ulna, facilitating elbow extension and flexion.
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Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the right humerus with this quiz. Learn about the key features including the greater tubercle, lesser tubercle, and various fossae. Perfect for students studying human anatomy or preparing for exams.
