MICROANATOMY

MUSCLE NERVE CARTILAGE BONE

CARTILAGE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What two bones make up the shoulder girdle?
A
Scapula and Clavicle
B
Scapula and Humerus
C
Humerus and Clavicle
D
Sternum and Clavicle
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The shoulder girdle is composed of the clavicle and the scapula, which articulates with the proximal humerus of the upper limb. Four joints are present in the shoulder: the sternoclavicular (SC), acromioclavicular (AC), and scapulothoracic joints, and glenohumeral joint.

Detailed explanation-2: -The pectoral girdle is made up of two major bones: the clavicle and scapula.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are two bones which attach to the scapula. The scapula, which is commonly called the ‘shoulder blade, ‘ attaches to both the collarbone and the upper arm. These bones are known anatomically as the clavicle and the humerus.

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