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Scapula labeling quiz: test your knowledge of parts and landmarks

Quick, free scapula bone quiz to check your knowledge. Instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: First MiniUpdated Aug 24, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 10
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Colorful paper art promoting Scapula Anatomy Showdown quiz for anatomy students.

This quiz helps you label the scapula and recall key landmarks in 20 quick questions. You'll get instant feedback as you go. For more practice, try a scapula anatomy quiz, build context with a pectoral girdle labeling quiz, and round out your study with a shoulder girdle anatomy quiz.

The scapular spine divides the posterior surface into which two fossae?
Supraspinous and infraspinous fossae - the spine separates these regions
Coracoid and acromial fossae
Medial and lateral fossae
Glenoid and subscapular fossae
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The lateral angle of the scapula bears which articular surface for the humeral head?
Subscapular fossa
Acromial facet
Glenoid fossa - the shallow socket articulating with the humerus
Spinoglenoid notch
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Which border of the scapula lies closest to the vertebral column in anatomical position?
Inferolateral border
Superior border
Lateral (axillary) border
Medial (vertebral) border - it parallels the spine
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Which muscle originates primarily from the subscapular fossa?
Subscapularis - it arises from the costal surface fossa
Infraspinatus
Teres minor
Deltoid
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Which bony projection articulates with the clavicle at the acromioclavicular joint?
Inferior angle
Coracoid process
Acromion - its facet articulates with the lateral clavicle
Glenoid tubercle
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Which structure attaches to the supraglenoid tubercle?
Coracobrachialis muscle belly
Long head of triceps brachii tendon
Short head of biceps brachii tendon
Long head of biceps brachii tendon - arises from the supraglenoid tubercle
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The coracoid process projects anterolaterally from which part of the scapula?
Medial border midpoint
Inferior angle
Posterior spine base
Superior border near the lateral angle - giving rise to the coracoid
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Which ligament completes the scapular notch to form a foramen for the suprascapular nerve?
Coracohumeral ligament
Inferior transverse scapular ligament
Coracoacromial ligament
Superior transverse scapular ligament - bridges the suprascapular notch
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The spinoglenoid notch transmits which neurovascular structure to the infraspinous fossa?
Axillary nerve
Dorsal scapular nerve
Radial nerve
Suprascapular nerve - it passes beneath the spinoglenoid notch to infraspinatus
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The lateral border of the scapula provides origin for which muscle?
Rhomboid major
Levator scapulae
Teres minor - originates from the upper lateral border
Pectoralis minor
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Which muscle inserts on the medial border of the scapula at the superior angle region?
Levator scapulae - inserts near the superior angle on medial border
Deltoid
Teres major
Pectoralis minor
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Which orientation best describes the glenoid fossa in anatomical position?
Strictly superior facing only
Directly medial and inferior
Lateral, slightly anterior and superior - confers stability to the joint
Purely posterior facing
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The angle between the scapular spine and the lateral border forms which landmark on the posterior surface?
Acromial angle
Suprascapular notch
Spinoglenoid notch - between spine and lateral border near glenoid
Inferior angle
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The scapula typically ossifies from how many primary ossification centers?
Four body centers
Two body centers
Three body centers
One body center - with several secondary centers for processes
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Which tendon runs through the rotator interval near the coracoid and superior glenoid of the scapula?
Pectoralis major tendon
Long head of triceps brachii
Latissimus dorsi tendon
Long head of biceps brachii - traverses the joint near the supraglenoid
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Which artery most commonly passes above (superficial to) the superior transverse scapular ligament while the nerve passes below?
Axillary artery
Suprascapular artery - artery over, nerve under the ligament
Dorsal scapular artery
Circumflex humeral artery
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The acromion most commonly has how many ossification centers that fuse during adolescence?
No secondary centers
One primary center only
Two to four secondary centers - unfused centers can yield os acromiale
Seven primary centers
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Which scapular notch variant can predispose to suprascapular nerve entrapment?
A wide, U-shaped notch with absent ligament
A deep smooth notch with large diameter
A duplicated notch with two wide foramina
A narrow, V-shaped suprascapular notch with ossified superior transverse ligament - narrows the foramen
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In the scapular plane, about 30 to 45 degrees anterior to the frontal plane, which functional advantage is achieved at the glenoid?
Improved congruence and rotator cuff length-tension - enhancing elevation mechanics
Isolation of deltoid action without cuff
Complete bony stability without muscle activity
Elimination of subacromial contact
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The scapula develops primarily from which embryonic tissue type?
Notochord
Ectoderm only
Lateral plate mesoderm with contributions from neural crest - forming shoulder girdle bones
Endoderm
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify the key anatomical landmarks of the scapula.
  2. Explain the functional role of the scapula in shoulder movement.
  3. Analyze the relationship between scapular structure and common musculoskeletal injuries.
  4. Apply anatomical knowledge to evaluate and interpret examination scenarios.
  5. Synthesize information about scapular attachments to predict their impact on mobility.

Scapula Anatomy Quiz: Label & Parts Cheat Sheet

  1. Scapula's starring role - Think of the scapula as the triangular stage where your arm puts on its big performance! This flat bone anchors the upper limb to the trunk and teams up with the clavicle and sternum to form the shoulder girdle. Without this sturdy setup, your shoulder show wouldn't go on!
  2. Key scapular landmarks - Picture road signs guiding muscle attachments: the spine, acromion, coracoid process, glenoid cavity, and suprascapular notch each point to where things attach or slide. Getting to know these landmarks is like learning shortcuts on a campus map - it makes everything click faster!
  3. Borders and angles decoded - The superior, medial, and lateral borders, plus the three angles, form the scapula's unique outline and create prime real estate for muscle attachments. Think of them as the peaks and valleys on a topographical map that define the shape of your shoulder blade!
  4. Muscle hangout: 17 attachments - From the powerhouse deltoid to the rotator cuff quartet - supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, subscapularis - the scapula hosts a bustling muscle neighborhood. Each muscle has its own gig in shoulder movement, stability, and that everyday high-five!
  5. All six scapular moves - Elevation, depression, protraction, retraction, upward rotation, and downward rotation form the scapula's dance repertoire. Mastering these moves is key to reaching for that top shelf or powering through a push-up with perfect form!
  6. Suprascapular notch insights - This little groove is the VIP passage for the suprascapular nerve on its way to the rotator cuff. Variations in its shape can lead to nerve pinches, so it's both a neat landmark and a clinical hotspot!
  7. Scapulohumeral rhythm - Imagine a perfectly choreographed dance between scapula and humerus - this rhythm ensures full, pain-free shoulder arcs. When they move in sync, you get smooth overhead reaches and powerful throws without missing a beat!
  8. Common scapular setbacks - From traumatic fractures to the quirky "winging" when muscles go on strike, the scapula can get rocked by injury. Spotting these issues early is like catching a plot twist before the final act - crucial for timely fixes!
  9. Diagrams & quizzes to the rescue - Visual learners, rejoice! Labeled schematics combined with interactive quizzes help you lock in those tricky landmarks and movements. Practice makes perfect - so quiz yourself until you ace that shoulder anatomy exam!
  10. Remember "SITS" for rotator cuff - Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres minor, Subscapularis - this catchy mnemonic ensures you never forget the rotator cuff lineup. Keep those muscles in order, and you'll nail both recall and clinical insights every time!
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