5 Questions
Which part of the upper limb is primarily used for climbing, lifting, and manipulating objects?
Hand
In formal usage, what does the term 'arm' specifically refer to?
Structures from the shoulder to the elbow
What is the formal definition of the term 'upper arm' in anatomy?
Redundant term
How can the muscles of the upper limb be classified?
By origin, topography, function, or innervation
What do the upper limbs of a tetrapod vertebrate extend from and include?
Scapulae and clavicles down to and including the digits
Study Notes
Upper Limb Anatomy
- The upper limb is primarily used for climbing, lifting, and manipulating objects.
- The term 'arm' specifically refers to the region between the shoulder and the elbow in formal usage.
- The upper arm, formally defined in anatomy, refers to the region between the shoulder and the elbow.
- The muscles of the upper limb can be classified into: • Intrinsic muscles (located within the limb itself) • Extrinsic muscles (located outside the limb, in the shoulder or back)
- The upper limbs of a tetrapod vertebrate extend from the shoulder girdle and include the arm, forearm, and hand.
Test your knowledge of the human upper limbs with this quiz. Explore the anatomy, functionality, and use of the arms, forearms, and hands in various activities. From muscles to joints, see how much you know about this crucial part of the human body.
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