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Which anatomical term describes the wrist region?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomical Terms for the Arm and Hand
Scelta multipla
The greater tubercle is more ______ than the lesser tubercle.
A
inferior
B
lateral
C
distal
D
medial
Guida verificata passo dopo passo1
Step 1: Begin by identifying the anatomical location of the greater tubercle and the lesser tubercle. Both are features of the humerus, a bone in the upper arm.
Step 2: Understand the terms used in the options: 'inferior' means below, 'lateral' means away from the midline of the body, 'distal' means farther from the point of attachment, and 'medial' means closer to the midline of the body.
Step 3: Recall that the greater tubercle is positioned on the lateral side of the humerus, while the lesser tubercle is located more medially.
Step 4: Compare the relative positions of the greater and lesser tubercles. The greater tubercle is farther away from the midline of the body compared to the lesser tubercle.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct term describing the position of the greater tubercle relative to the lesser tubercle is 'lateral.'
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