Scapula Labeling Quiz

1. Which indentation lies along the superior border near the base of the coracoid process?

2. At the acromioclavicular joint, the scapula meets the clavicle through which scapular landmark?

3. Which depression occupies the posterior surface above the spine of the scapula?

4. While tracing the scapular spine laterally, which expanded projection do you reach?

5. A label marks a small rough projection immediately superior to the glenoid cavity, where the long head of the biceps brachii originates. What is it?

6. A label targets the lowest point of the scapula, where the medial and lateral borders converge. Which landmark is indicated?

7. A label points to a hook-like projection extending anteriorly from the superior part of the scapula. What is it?

8. Which landmark is formed where the superior border meets the medial border?

9. A posterior-view label sits in the broad depression below the scapular spine. What should the label read?

10. On a labeling worksheet, the “vertebral border” of the scapula is another name for which structure?

11. Which landmark lies immediately inferior to the glenoid cavity and provides attachment for the long head of the triceps brachii?

12. Which scapular landmark forms the shallow socket that articulates with the head of the humerus?

13. You are holding an isolated scapula and see a prominent ridge dividing its broad surface into two fossae. Which structure are you viewing?

14. Which border is also called the axillary border and runs toward the glenoid cavity?

15. A specimen is positioned with its smooth, shallow concavity facing the ribs. Which named area is facing anteriorly?

16. A label encircles the slightly narrowed region immediately surrounding the glenoid cavity. Which term belongs there?