Metakarpalknochen

This tutorial provides an in-depth look at the metacarpal bones of the hand, detailing their location, structure, and articulation with other bones. It covers the anatomy of each metacarpal bone, from the thumb to the little finger, and explains the unique features and joints associated with each. The video also highlights the differences in the palmar and dorsal surfaces of the metacarpals.

What is the location of the metacarpal bones in the hand?

• Next to the humerus

• Below the wrist bones

• Above the radius and ulna

• Between the phalanges and the carpal bones

Which side of the hand is described as concave?

• Palmar side

• Medial side

• Dorsal side

• Lateral side

What is the name of the joint formed by the first metacarpal bone and the carpal bone?

• Saddle joint

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

Which carpal bones does the second metacarpal bone articulate with?

• OS Trapezium and OS Capitatum

• OS Trapezium and OS Trapezoideum

• OS Hamatum and OS Trapezium

• OS Capitatum and OS Trapezoideum

Which metacarpal bone is associated with the middle finger?

• Fourth metacarpal bone

• Third metacarpal bone

• Second metacarpal bone

• First metacarpal bone

What is the name of the carpal bone with a hook that articulates with the fourth metacarpal bone?

• OS Trapezoideum

• OS Hamatum

• OS Capitatum

• OS Trapezium

Which metacarpal bone is in line with the little finger?

• Second metacarpal bone

• Fourth metacarpal bone

• First metacarpal bone

• Fifth metacarpal bone