Scapula bone flashcard

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What is the spine of the scapula?

Back

The spine of the scapula is a prominent ridge on the posterior surface of the scapula that separates the supraspinous fossa from the infraspinous fossa.

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What is the manubrium?

Back

The manubrium is the broad, upper part of the sternum, which articulates with the clavicles and the first pair of ribs.

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What is the sternal end of the clavicle?

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The sternal end of the clavicle is the end that articulates with the manubrium of the sternum, forming the sternoclavicular joint.

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What is the glenoid cavity?

Back

The glenoid cavity is a shallow socket in the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus, forming the shoulder joint.

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What is the jugular notch?

Back

The jugular notch is a concave area at the top of the manubrium of the sternum, which can be felt at the base of the neck.

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What is the coracoid process?

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The coracoid process is a small hook-like structure on the scapula that serves as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.

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What is the acromion process?

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The acromion process is an extension of the scapula that forms the highest point of the shoulder and articulates with the clavicle.

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What is the infraspinous fossa?

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The infraspinous fossa is a large, concave area on the posterior surface of the scapula, located below the spine of the scapula.

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What is the supraspinous fossa?

Back

The supraspinous fossa is a concave area on the posterior surface of the scapula, located above the spine of the scapula.

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What is the function of the scapula?

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The scapula, or shoulder blade, provides attachment points for muscles that facilitate shoulder movement and stability.