Exam 8: The Appendicular Skeleton

What is the distinction between the false pelvis and the true pelvis?

The clearest distinction between a male and female skeleton is seen in the characteristics of the

The rough surface feature present along the lateral border of the shaft of the humerus is the

Which of the following is a not characteristic of the female pelvis?

The depression on the posterior surface at the distal end of the humerus is the

The largest component of the coxal bone is the

Figure 8-2 The Humerus Use Figure 8-2 to answer the following questions: -When the arm is straight,which structure accepts the olecranon?

The greater sciatic notch is a feature on the

The radius and ulna are bound to each other by a(n)________ ligament.

Figure 8-1 The Scapula Use Figure 8-1 to answer the following questions: -What bone articulates on the structure labeled "2"?

The head of the radius articulates with the

The superior border of the ilium that acts as a point of attachment for both ligaments and muscles is the

The weight of the body is supported by the

The foot has ________ ankle bones and ________ bones in the sole.

Why is it necessary for the bones of the pelvic girdle to be more massive than the bones of the pectoral girdle?

The longest and heaviest bone in the body is the

The calcaneal tendon attaches to which anatomical structure?

Figure 8-4 Bones of the Ankle and Foot Use Figure 8-4 to answer the following questions: -Identify the bones labeled "9."

The patella slides in a groove on the femur called the

The appendicular skeleton includes the bones of the upper and lower extremities and their supporting elements called