Hand Bones

Front

What is the name of the bone located at the base of the thumb?

Back

Trapezium

Front

What are the eight small bones that make up the wrist called?

Back

Carpals

Front

Which phalanx is referred to as the 3rd distal phalange?

Back

The phalanx at the tip of the third finger.

Front

What is the largest carpal bone in the wrist?

Back

Scaphoid

Front

Which phalanx is referred to as the 4th middle phalange?

Back

The middle bone of the fourth finger.

Front

What is the function of the carpals in the hand?

Back

To provide flexibility and movement in the wrist.

Front

How many metacarpal bones are in the human hand?

Back

Five metacarpal bones.

Front

What is the term for the bones of the fingers?

Back

Phalanges.

Front

What is the name of the bone that sits on top of the scaphoid?

Back

Lunate.

Front

Which carpal bone is shaped like a pea?

Back

Pisiform.