Bones of Hand and Feet

Front

What is the name of the bone located above the heel in the foot?

Back

Talus

Front

How many phalanges are there in each hand?

Back

14

Front

What is the name of the bone that is cube-shaped and located in the midfoot?

Back

Cuboid

Front

What is the name of the largest bone in the foot, also known as the heel bone?

Back

Calcaneus

Front

What is the name of the bone located in the foot that connects the ankle to the toes?

Back

Navicular

Front

What are the three main sections of the foot?

Back

Hindfoot, Midfoot, Forefoot

Front

What is the function of the phalanges in the hand?

Back

To allow for dexterity and grip.

Front

How many total bones are in the human hand?

Back

27

Front

What is the term for the bones in the fingers and toes?

Back

Phalanges

Front

What is the name of the bone that forms the base of the big toe?

Back

Proximal phalanx of the big toe