by alex
The human wrist is a marvel of engineering, composed of eight small but crucial bones known as the carpal bones. These bones play a vital role in the complex movements and functions of the hand and wrist. This quiz will test your knowledge of these fascinating structures, from their names to their locations and functions. Good luck, and may your anatomical knowledge shine!
Carpal Bones Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which of the following is NOT a carpal bone?
Scaphoid
Lunate
Humerus
Triquetrum
2. Which carpal bone is commonly fractured when falling on an outstretched hand?
Scaphoid
Capitate
Hamate
Pisiform
3. Which carpal bone is located in the proximal row and is the most medial?
Pisiform
Trapezium
Lunate
Scaphoid
4. Which carpal bone articulates with the first metacarpal bone?
Trapezium
Trapezoid
Capitate
Hamate
5. Which carpal bone has a hook-like projection called the ‘hook of hamate’?
Hamate
Capitate
Lunate
Trapezoid
6. Which carpal bone is the largest?
Capitate
Scaphoid
Lunate
Trapezium
7. Which carpal bone is located between the scaphoid and the triquetrum?
Lunate
Pisiform
Capitate
Hamate
8. Which carpal bone is known for its pea-like shape?
Pisiform
Trapezoid
Scaphoid
Lunate
