BIO 3342 Lecture Notes - Lecture 38: Shoulder Girdle, Appendicular Skeleton, Axial Skeleton
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Be able to differentiate between the axial and appendicular skeletons. Know the anatomy of the appendicular skeleton and be able to identify all bones and their features. Be able to distinguish left from right on bones that are paired. Know the anatomy of the knee joint and be able to identify all structures in pictures and models. List the major parts of the appendicular skeleton. The limb bones and their girdles are collectively called the appendicular skeleton. This includes the pectoral girdles that attach the upper limbs to the axial skeleton, and the pelvic girdle that secures the lower limbs to the axial skeleton. The upper limbs are composed of the hands, forearms, and arm; the lower limbs are composed of the feet, legs, and thighs. Pectoral girdle: name and describe the bones of the pectoral girdle. The bones of the pectoral girdles (or shoulder girdles) includes the anterior clavicle (collarbone), and posterior scapula (shoulder blade).
