bones forearm Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
When the body is in the anatomical position, the radius is the lateral bone; that is, it is on the thumb side of the forearm.
When the hand is rotated so that the palm faces backward, the distal end of the radius crosses over and ends up medial to the ulna
A
radius and ulna
2
Q
two bones are connected along their entire length by the flexible interosseous membrane.
A
radioulnar joints
3
Q
where the tendon of the biceps muscle attaches
A
radial tuberosity
4
Q
grip the trochlea of the humerus in a curved “tongue-in-groove” – like joint
A
Coronoid process and posterior olecranon
