Bones of the Upper Limb

Question 1

Pectoral Girdle

Answer 1

Bone ring that is formed by the scapula and the clavicle

Question 2

Sternal end of the clavicle

Answer 2

Where it
articulates with the
manubrium of the sternum
(sternoclavicular joint)

Question 3

Acromial End of the Clavicle

Answer 3

Where the clavicle articulates with the acromion

(acromioclavicular joint)

Question 4

Function of the Clavicle

Answer 4

• Connects the upper limb to the trunk
• Serves as a strut from which the scapula and free limb are suspended

• Transmits shocks from the upper limb to the axial
skeleton

Question 5

Sternal Facet

Answer 5

Articulates with manubrium of the sternum to form
sternoclavicular joint

Question 6

Deltoid Tubercle

Answer 6

For attachment of the deltoid muscle

Question 7

Conoid Tubercle

Answer 7

Gives attachment to the conoid ligament

Question 8

Subclavian Groove

Answer 8

The site of attachment of the subclavius muscle

Question 9

Impression for costoclavicular ligament

Answer 9

Binds the first rib to the clavicle

Question 10

Trapezoid line

Answer 10

Where the trapezoid ligament attaches

Question 11

Costal Surface of the Scapula

Answer 11

Anterior surface

Question 12

Posterior Surface of the Scapula

Answer 12

Question 13

Superior Border

Answer 13

Question 14

Lareral Border

Answer 14

Question 15

Medial Border

Answer 15