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SECTION 8
THE APPENDICULAR SKELETON
STUDY QUESTIONS
1. Discuss two possible injuries of the pectoral girdle that may occur following a strong blow to the shoulder or a hard fall onto an outstretched hand.
2. What is the total number of bones found in the foot and toes?
3. The ischial spine is found between which of the following structures?
4. What structure contributes to the knee joint?
5. Describe the articulations and ligaments that unite the four bones of the pelvis to each other.
SECTION OBJECTIVES
1. Discuss the bones of the pectoral and pelvic girdles, and describe how these unite the limbs with the axial skeleton
2. Describe the bones of the upper limb, including the bones of the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand
3. Describe the bones of the lower limb, including the bones of the thigh, leg, ankle, and foot
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