Appendicular skeleton review

Front

What is the appendicular skeleton?

Back

The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton, including the shoulder girdle, pelvis, arms, and legs.

Front

Name the bones that make up the tarsals.

Back

The tarsals include the calcaneus, talus, navicular, cuboid, and three cuneiform bones (medial, intermediate, lateral).

Front

What is the function of the acetabulum?

Back

The acetabulum is the socket of the hip joint, where the head of the femur fits, allowing for movement of the leg.

Front

Identify the main bones of the forearm.

Back

The main bones of the forearm are the radius and ulna.

Front

What is the role of the clavicle in the skeletal system?

Back

The clavicle, or collarbone, connects the arm to the body and helps stabilize the shoulder.

Front

What bones are included in the metatarsals?

Back

The metatarsals are the five long bones in the foot, located between the tarsals and the phalanges.

Front

Describe the location of the radius in relation to the ulna.

Back

The radius is located on the thumb side of the forearm, while the ulna is on the opposite side.

Front

What is the significance of the greater sciatic notch?

Back

The greater sciatic notch is an important anatomical feature of the pelvis that allows for the passage of nerves and blood vessels from the pelvis to the lower limb.

Front

What are phalanges?

Back

Phalanges are the bones of the fingers and toes, with each finger having three phalanges (proximal, middle, distal) except for the thumb, which has two.

Front

What is the difference between the sternal end and acromial end of the clavicle?

Back

The sternal end of the clavicle connects to the sternum, while the acromial end connects to the acromion of the scapula.