Section 1 - Bones Flashcards
Which bones of the skull articulate with the occipital?
The parietal, temporal, sephoid and satural bones as well as the uppermost vertebrae- the atlas.
Which bones articulate with the talus?
The calcaneus, the navicular as well as the tibia and fibula. The talus is the second largest of the tarsals.
How many cuneiforms are there in a foot, and which one is the largest?
There are three cuneiforms in a foot. The medial cuneiform is the largest, the intermediate cuneiform is the smallest of the three and finally the lateral cuneiform is the middle in size.
How many segments are there in the sacrum?
The sacrum is typically formed of five segments. It is located at the base of the vertebral column. It articulates bilaterally with the two ossa coxa and inferiorly with the small coccyx.
