Pectoral Girdle and Upper Extremity Practical

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What is the Styloid Process?

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The Styloid Process is a bony projection located at the distal end of the radius and ulna, serving as an attachment point for ligaments and tendons.

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What are Phalanges?

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

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What is the function of the Coronoid Process?

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The Coronoid Process is a bony prominence on the ulna that helps stabilize the elbow joint and serves as an attachment point for muscles.

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What is the Trochlear Notch?

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The Trochlear Notch is a deep concavity on the ulna that articulates with the trochlea of the humerus, forming part of the elbow joint.

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What is the Olecranon Process?

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The Olecranon Process is the bony prominence of the elbow, located at the proximal end of the ulna, and serves as a lever for the muscles of the arm.

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What are Metacarpals?

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Metacarpals are the five long bones in the hand that connect the wrist to the fingers.

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What is the Radial Tuberosity?

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The Radial Tuberosity is a bony prominence on the radius where the biceps tendon attaches, aiding in forearm flexion.

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What is the Ulnar Notch?

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The Ulnar Notch is a concave surface on the distal end of the radius that articulates with the head of the ulna.

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What is the Neck of the Radius?

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The Neck of the Radius is the narrowed region just below the head of the radius, providing a pivot point for rotation.

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What is the Shaft of the Radius?

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The Shaft of the Radius is the long, cylindrical part of the radius bone, providing structural support and muscle attachment.