15th Edition

ISBN: 9781119329398

Author: Gerard J Tortora, Bryan Derrickson

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

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Chapter 8, Problem 10CP

Why is the obturator foramen so named? Which joints are formed by the union of the hip bones with other bones?

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Principles of Anatomy and Physiology

Ch. 8 - 1. What is the function of the pectoral girdle? Ch. 8 - Which joints are formed by the articulation of the...Ch. 8 - Which joints are formed by the scapula with other...Ch. 8 - Name the bones that form the upper limb, from...Ch. 8 - 5. Distinguish between the anatomical neck and the...Ch. 8 - 6. How many joints are formed between the ulna and...Ch. 8 - Which is more distal, the base or the head of the...Ch. 8 - 8. Describe the distinguishing characteristics of...Ch. 8 - Which bones form the acetabulum? What is its...Ch. 8 - Why is the obturator foramen so named? Which...

Ch. 8 - Why are the false and true pelves important...Ch. 8 - How is the female pelvis adapted for pregnancy and...Ch. 8 - Using Table 8.1 as a guide, select the three ways...Ch. 8 - Name the bones that form the lower limb, from...Ch. 8 - 15. Compare the number of bones in the carpus and...Ch. 8 - What is the clinical importance of the greater...Ch. 8 - Which joints are formed by the femur?Ch. 8 - 18. Which structures form the medial and lateral...Ch. 8 - Which tarsal bone articulates with both the tibia...Ch. 8 - What are the names and functions of the arches of...Ch. 8 - When and how do the limbs develop?

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