Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

Anatomy & Physiology

8. Joints

Introduction to Joints

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What part of the humerus articulates with the scapula to form the shoulder joint?

Greater tubercle

Head of the humerus

Medial epicondyle

Lesser tubercle

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Identify the components of the shoulder joint: The shoulder joint, also known as the glenohumeral joint, is formed by the articulation between the humerus and the scapula.

Understand the anatomy of the humerus: The humerus is the long bone in the upper arm, and its proximal end has several important features including the head, greater tubercle, and lesser tubercle.

Focus on the head of the humerus: The head of the humerus is a rounded, ball-like structure that fits into the glenoid cavity of the scapula, forming the ball-and-socket joint of the shoulder.

Differentiate between the tubercles and the head: The greater and lesser tubercles are bony prominences on the humerus that serve as attachment points for muscles, but they do not articulate with the scapula.

Conclude that the head of the humerus is the part that articulates with the scapula to form the shoulder joint, as it fits into the glenoid cavity of the scapula.