Bones

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What is the fibula?

Back

The fibula is a long, thin bone located on the lateral side of the tibia in the lower leg. It is smaller than the tibia and does not bear significant weight.

Front

What is the tibia?

Back

The tibia, also known as the shinbone, is the larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg. It bears most of the weight and connects the knee to the ankle.

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What is the patella?

Back

The patella, or kneecap, is a small, flat bone that protects the knee joint and improves the leverage of the thigh muscles.

Front

What are phalanges?

Back

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

Front

What is the clavicle?

Back

The clavicle, or collarbone, is a long bone that connects the arm to the body. It helps stabilize the shoulder and is located between the sternum and the scapula.

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What is the scapula?

Back

The scapula, or shoulder blade, is a flat, triangular bone that connects the humerus (upper arm bone) with the clavicle. It provides attachment points for several muscles.

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What are ribs?

Back

Ribs are curved bones that form the rib cage, protecting the thoracic cavity and supporting the upper body. Humans typically have 12 pairs of ribs.

Front

What is the mandible?

Back

The mandible, or lower jawbone, is the largest and strongest bone of the face. It holds the lower teeth and is the only movable bone of the skull.

Front

What is the ulna?

Back

The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the inner side. It is longer than the radius and forms the elbow joint with the humerus.

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What is the radius?

Back

The radius is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the outer side. It is shorter than the ulna and allows for the rotation of the wrist.