Appendicular Skeleton

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What is the appendicular skeleton?

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The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton. It includes the clavicles, scapulae, arms, hands, pelvis, legs, and feet.

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What bones make up the shoulder girdle?

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The shoulder girdle is made up of the clavicles (collarbones) and scapulae (shoulder blades).

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What is the function of the clavicle?

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The clavicle serves as a strut that connects the arm to the body, providing stability and support to the shoulder.

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Identify the bones of the upper limb.

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The bones of the upper limb include the humerus, radius, ulna, carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.

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What is the role of the scapula?

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The scapula, or shoulder blade, provides attachment points for muscles and helps facilitate arm movement.

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What are the three bones that make up the coxal bone?

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The coxal bone is made up of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.

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What is the function of the femur?

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The femur is the longest bone in the body and supports the weight of the body during standing, walking, and running.

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What bones are found in the lower limb?

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The bones of the lower limb include the femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges.

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What is the patella commonly known as?

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The patella is commonly known as the kneecap.

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What is the difference between the radius and ulna?

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The radius is located on the thumb side of the forearm and is involved in wrist movement, while the ulna is on the opposite side and is larger at the elbow.