Hand Bones

Front

What are the three types of phalanges in the human hand?

Back

Distal phalanges, middle phalanges, proximal phalanges.

Front

How many carpal bones are there in the human wrist?

Back

There are 8 carpal bones.

Front

What is the function of the phalanges in the hand?

Back

The phalanges allow for the movement and dexterity of the fingers.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the bones of the wrist?

Back

Carpals.

Front

Which phalange is referred to as the 'third distal phalange'?

Back

The tip bone of the middle finger.

Front

What is the location of the second proximal phalange?

Back

It is located at the base of the index finger.

Front

What is the difference between proximal, middle, and distal phalanges?

Back

Proximal phalanges are closest to the hand, middle phalanges are in the middle, and distal phalanges are at the tips of the fingers.

Front

Name the bones that make up the human hand.

Back

Carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.

Front

What is the total number of phalanges in one hand?

Back

There are 14 phalanges in one hand (3 for each finger and 2 for the thumb).

Front

Which bone is referred to as the 'fourth middle phalange'?

Back

The middle bone of the ring finger.