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scapula 1. either of two large flat triangular bones, one on each side of the back part of the shoulder in man 2. the corresponding bone in most vertebrates scapula [′skap·yə·lə] (anatomy) The large, flat, triangular bone forming the back of the shoulder. Also known as shoulder blade. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The Dikika girl's scapula indeed resembles scapulas of gorillas, although the implications of this trait for tree climbing await complete analysis of the skeleton, says anthropologist Daniel E. A good technique to aid this action, is to pinch the scapulas together, this will restrict the arm from going past 180 degrees. As an example of the careful planning that went into construction, Soffer points to one dwelling that is composed of repeated sections of lower jawbones, long bones, scapulas and other skeletal parts. |
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