carpal skeleton

carpal bones

Subdivision of skeleton that consists of the endochondral elements distal to the anterior limb/fin zeugopodial skeletal elements which constitute the proximal region of the anterior autopod skeleton[PHENOSCAPE:ad].

Type Organ
Parent Structure mesopodial skeleton
Latin Name carpal bones
FMA ID 71335

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the carpal skeleton?
Subdivision of skeleton that consists of the endochondral elements distal to the anterior limb/fin zeugopodial skeletal elements which constitute the proximal region of the anterior autopod skeleton[PHENOSCAPE:ad].
What is the Latin name for the carpal skeleton?
The Latin name for the carpal skeleton is carpal bones.

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