Carpals and Tarsal Bones

Collectively, the seven (7) large bones of the foot are called

• Carpals

• Metacarpals

• Metatarsals

• Tarsals

Which of the tarsal bones articulates (jones) with the tibia to form the ankle joint?

• Calcaneus

• Cuboid

• Navicular

• Talus

What bones are shown in red?

• carpals

• metacarpals

• metatarsals

• tarsals

Name the tarsal bone highlighted in purple in the image.

• Cuboid

• Talus

• Triquetrum

• Calcaneus

• Cuneiform

Which bone is found in the proximal row of carpal bones?

• Capitate

• Scaphoid

• Trapezium

• Hamate

Tags

DOK Level 1: Recall

Label the tarsal bones

g

h

i

j

e

d

c

3rd cuneiform

talus

1st cuneiform

calcaneus

2nd cuneiform

scaphoid

navicular

trapezium

cuboid

lunate

How many carpal bones are present in the wrist?

• 5

• 8

• 12

• 15

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DOK Level 1: Recall

• metatarsals
• carpals
• tarsals
• metacarpals

What is the primary function of the carpal bones in the human body?

• Support the body's weight

• Facilitate wrist movement

• Protect the heart

• Aid in digestion

Which of the following bones is part of the tarsal group?

• Lunate

• Cuboid

• Trapezium

• Pisiform