Primate Anatomy Quiz

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Which primate species have glenoid fossa that are rotated on the bone more superiorly?

  • Macaca, hylobates, and pongo (correct)
  • Gorilla
  • Pan and pongos
  • Homo

Which primate species have obliquely angled spines?

  • Macaca, hylobates, and pongo
  • Homo
  • Gorilla
  • Pan and pongos (correct)

Which primate species have flat spines?

  • Gorilla
  • Pan and pongos
  • Macaca, hylobates, and pongo
  • Homo (correct)

Which primate species have lateral facing glenoid?

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

Which primate species have scapula with long lateral borders?

<p>Macaca, hylobates, and pongo (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which primate species have upwardly rotated glenoid fossa and obliquely angled spines?

<p>Pan and pongos (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which primate species have glenoid fossa that are rotated more superiorly on the bone?

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

What is the advantage of having a long lateral border on the scapula for brachiating species?

<p>It allows for more muscle attachment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the oblique angle of the glenoid fossa in Pan and pongos help with swinging?

<p>It allows for better head of the humerus into the glenoid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do bonobos keep their arms above their head?

<p>It is more comfortable for them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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