Pectoral Girdle and Scapula Anatomy Quiz

What two bones form the pectoral girdle?

• Humerus and Radius

• Scapula and Clavicle

• Clavicle and Sternum

• Scapula and Humerus

Where does the medial end of the clavicle attach?

• To the humerus

• To the sternum

• To the acromion

• To the scapula

What is the function of the sternoclavicular joint?

• To attach the clavicle to the humerus

• To stabilize the shoulder joint

• To connect the clavicle to the scapula

• To allow movement of the clavicle and scapula

Which part of the scapula articulates with the humerus?

• Coracoid process

• Infraspinous fossa

• Glenoid cavity

• Acromion

What is the role of the coracoid process?

• To support the humerus

• To form the shoulder joint

• To provide attachment for chest and arm muscles

• To connect the scapula to the clavicle

Which structure forms the bony tip of the shoulder?

• Glenoid cavity

• Coracoid process

• Acromion

• Supraspinous fossa

What is the function of the supraglenoid and infraglenoid tubercles?

• To articulate with the clavicle

• To form the shoulder joint

• To stabilize the scapula

• To provide muscle attachment

Which fossa is located superior to the scapular spine?

• Subscapular fossa

• Infraspinous fossa

• Supraspinous fossa

• Glenoid fossa

What is the primary function of the fossae on the scapula?

• To stabilize the shoulder joint

• To connect the scapula to the clavicle

• To serve as muscle attachment sites

• To provide articulation with the humerus

Which fossa is found on the anterior surface of the scapula?

• Subscapular fossa

• Infraspinous fossa

• Supraspinous fossa

• Glenoid fossa