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Which part of the scapula directly interacts with the humerus to create the glenohumeral joint?
Which part of the scapula directly interacts with the humerus to create the glenohumeral joint?
What bony feature of the scapula is located near the glenoid cavity and serves as an attachment site for muscles?
What bony feature of the scapula is located near the glenoid cavity and serves as an attachment site for muscles?
Characterize the lateral border of the scapula.
Characterize the lateral border of the scapula.
Which border of the scapula is closest to the vertebrae?
Which border of the scapula is closest to the vertebrae?
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How is the medial border of the scapula characterized?
How is the medial border of the scapula characterized?
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Study Notes
Scapula Structure
- The scapula has a lateral border that is thick.
- It has a head and a glenoid cavity. The glenoid cavity articulates with the humerus head to create the glenohumeral joint.
- Supra- and infraglenoid tubercles are features of the scapula.
- A neck is also present on the scapula.
- The superior border of the scapula houses the suprascapular notch.
- The medial or vertebral border is thin.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the anatomy of the scapula with this quiz. Explore its features including the lateral border, glenoid cavity, and various tubercles. Understand the key articulations and borders of this essential bone in the shoulder joint.
