41-scapula

Question 1

What is the acromion of the scapula?

Answer 1

Articulates with the clavicle, point of attachment for deltoid and trapezius

The acromion is a bony process on the scapula.

Question 2

What is the function of the coracoid process?

Answer 2

Point of attachment for biceps brachii and pectoral minor

The coracoid process is a hook-like structure on the scapula.

Question 3

What does the glenoid fossa articulate with?

Answer 3

Articulates with the humerus to form the shoulder joint

The glenoid fossa is a shallow cavity on the scapula.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the spine of the scapula?

Answer 4

Separates the supraspinous fossa from the infraspinous fossa

The spine is a prominent ridge on the posterior surface of the scapula.

Question 5

What is the supraspinous fossa?

Answer 5

Origin of the supraspinatus muscle

The supraspinous fossa is located above the spine of the scapula.

Question 6

What is the infraspinous fossa?

Answer 6

Origin of the infraspinatus muscle

The infraspinous fossa is located below the spine of the scapula.

Question 7

What is the subscapular fossa?

Answer 7

Origin of the subscapularis muscle

The subscapular fossa is located on the anterior surface of the scapula.

Question 8

What are the three borders of the scapula?

Answer 8

• Superior border
• Medial (vertebral) border
• Lateral (axillary) border

These borders define the triangular shape of the scapula.

Question 9

What are the superior and inferior angles of the scapula?

Answer 9

The corners of the scapula

The acromion and coracoid process make up the third angle.