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Human Anatomy - Skeletal System and Shoulder Girdle Quiz

#1

Which bone is commonly known as the shoulder blade?

Scapula
Explanation

Flat triangular bone located on the upper back.

#2

What is the medical term for the collarbone?

Clavicle
Explanation

Long bone connecting the sternum and scapula.

#3

Which bone articulates with the clavicle and forms the shoulder joint?

Humerus
Explanation

Long bone of the upper arm.

#4

What is the term for the group of bones including the clavicle and scapula?

Shoulder girdle
Explanation

Collection of bones connecting the upper limb to the axial skeleton.

#5

What is the main function of the clavicle?

To support the weight of the upper body
Explanation

Provides support and stability to the shoulder.

#6

Which of the following joints is NOT part of the shoulder girdle?

Carpometacarpal joint
Explanation

Joint connecting the bones of the hand.

#7

Which bone of the shoulder girdle does NOT articulate with the humerus?

Clavicle
Explanation

Bone connecting the sternum and scapula.

#8

Which of the following muscles is NOT associated with the shoulder girdle?

Pectoralis major
Explanation

Chest muscle not directly connected to the shoulder.

#9

Which bone forms the point of the shoulder and articulates with the humerus?

Scapula
Explanation

Flat triangular bone with a prominent ridge.

#10

Which muscle is responsible for abduction of the shoulder joint?

Deltoid
Explanation

Triangular muscle forming the rounded shape of the shoulder.

#11

Which ligament connects the clavicle to the scapula?

Acromioclavicular ligament
Explanation

Ligament stabilizing the connection between the clavicle and scapula.

#12

Which of the following bones articulates with the clavicle at the sternoclavicular joint?

Sternum
Explanation

Breastbone connecting to the clavicle at the front of the chest.

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