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AQA GCSE · Question 03 · The Human Body and Movement in Physical Activity and Sport
Which one of these bones is located at the shoulder joint?
Which one of these bones is located at the shoulder joint?
Answer options:
A.
Radius
B.
Scapula
C.
Talus
D.
Ulna
How to approach this question
Identify the location of each bone listed in the options. The shoulder joint is where the upper arm connects to the torso. Determine which of the bones is part of this structure.
Full Answer
B.Scapula✓ Correct
The correct answer is B. The scapula, also known as the shoulder blade, is a key bone forming the shoulder joint along with the humerus and clavicle.
The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is a ball-and-socket joint formed by the articulation of the head of the humerus (upper arm bone) with the glenoid cavity of the scapula (shoulder blade). The radius, ulna, and talus are located in the forearm and ankle, respectively.
Common mistakes
Confusing the bones of the arm and shoulder girdle.
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