Digits

Question 1

Question: How many digits are present in the generalized pattern?

Answer 1

Answer: Five (I-V).

Question 2

Question: What is the composition of digits?

Answer 2

Answer: Three phalanges, sesamoid bones.

Question 3

Question: What is a unique feature of the first digit in carnivores?

Answer 3

Answer: Dew claw; reduced size.

Question 4

Question: What is the ungual process?

Answer 4

Answer: Tapered process covered by claw.

Question 5

Question: What is the function of the extensor process on the distal phalanx?

Answer 5

Answer: Provides insertion for tendons of the common digital extensor muscle.

Question 6

Question: What is the palmar sesamoid bone, and where is it located?

Answer 6

Answer: Small bones at the metacarpophalangeal joint; nine total in carnivores.