Upper Limb Introduction Question And Answers

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Upper Limb Introduction

  • The forelimbs and hind limbs are developed basically for weight bearing and locomotion in the quadriceps.
  • In human beings, evolution brought erect posture and forelimbs are now used for prehension and more skilled works and hind limbs for weight bearing and locomotion, hence called upper limbs and lower limbs respectively.

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  • Due to this variation in functions, upper limbs are more mobile at the cost of stability and strength whereas lower limbs are more stable, bulkier, and stronger at the cost of mobility.
  • However, on the basis of basic anatomy, the upper limb and lower limb can be compared since they share homologous parts.

Upper Limb Question  And Answers

Question 1. What are the homologous parts shared by upper limb and lower limb?
Answer:

Upper Limb Introduction Homologous Parts By Upper Limb And Lower Limb

Question 2. What are the parts of upper limb?
Answer:

  • Upper limb is divided into:
    • Shoulder region
    • Upper arm (brachium)
    • Fore arm (antebrachium)
    • Hand (manus)

Upper Limb Introduction Bones And Joints Of Upper Extremity

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