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

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

Anatomy & Physiology

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

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Which bones make up the shoulder girdle in the human skeleton?

Sternum and clavicle

Humerus and radius

Scapula and humerus

Clavicle and scapula

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Understand the anatomy of the shoulder girdle: The shoulder girdle, also known as the pectoral girdle, is the set of bones that connects the upper limb to the axial skeleton and provides support and mobility.

Identify the bones involved: The shoulder girdle consists of two main bones—the clavicle (collarbone) and the scapula (shoulder blade). These bones work together to form the structure of the shoulder girdle.

Clarify the role of the clavicle: The clavicle is a long, slender bone that runs horizontally between the sternum (breastbone) and the scapula. It helps stabilize the shoulder and provides attachment points for muscles.

Clarify the role of the scapula: The scapula is a flat, triangular bone located on the posterior side of the rib cage. It serves as an attachment site for muscles and articulates with the humerus to form the shoulder joint.

Eliminate incorrect options: The sternum is part of the axial skeleton, not the shoulder girdle. The humerus and radius are bones of the arm, not the girdle. Therefore, the correct answer is the clavicle and scapula.