Chapter 8, Problem 15TYR

Summary Introduction

To fill:

The correct term in the given blank.

Introduction:

The bones present at the base of the hand are commonly called wrist bones. The wrist bones are also known as carpal bones. These bones help in wrist movement. At the base of the hand, these are present in two rows and have four bones in each row.

One of the wrist bones, the hamate, is characterized by a prominent hook.