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Which bone in the upper limb is the largest?
Which bone in the upper limb is the largest?
What is the study of bones called?
What is the study of bones called?
Where does the humerus articulate with the scapula?
Where does the humerus articulate with the scapula?
What forms the anatomical neck of the humerus?
What forms the anatomical neck of the humerus?
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Which part of the upper limb includes the carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges?
Which part of the upper limb includes the carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges?
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Study Notes
Upper Limb Anatomy
- The largest bone in the upper limb is the humerus.
- Osteology is the study of bones.
- The humerus articulates with the scapula at the glenohumeral joint.
- The anatomical neck of the humerus is formed by a narrowing of the bone immediately below the head.
- The hand is the part of the upper limb that includes the carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.
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Test your knowledge of human anatomy with this quiz on the osteology of the upper limbs. Explore the structure and function of the pectoral girdle, arm, forearm, and hand, as well as the specific details of the humerus bone. Ideal for students studying anatomy or anyone interested in learning about the skeletal system of the upper limbs.
