HBio Bones

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What are the phalanges?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the tibia?

Back

The tibia, also known as the shinbone, is the larger and stronger of the two bones in the lower leg. It supports the weight of the body and helps with movement.

Front

What is the radius?

Back

The radius is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the same side as the thumb. It allows for the rotation of the wrist.

Front

What is the ulna?

Back

The ulna is the other long bone in the forearm, located on the opposite side of the radius. It is longer than the radius and forms the elbow joint.

Front

What is the patella?

Back

The patella, or kneecap, is a small bone that protects the knee joint and helps with the extension of the leg.

Front

What are tarsals?

Back

Tarsals are a group of seven bones in the foot that make up the ankle and the back part of the foot.

Front

What are metatarsals?

Back

Metatarsals are the five long bones in the foot that connect the tarsals to the phalanges.

Front

What is the femur?

Back

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

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What is the function of the fibula?

Back

The fibula is the smaller bone in the lower leg, located alongside the tibia. It provides stability to the ankle and supports muscles of the lower leg.

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What are carpals?

Back

Carpals are the eight bones that make up the wrist, allowing for a wide range of motion.