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Three of the following pairs of the human skeletal parts are correctly matched with their respective inclusive skeletal category and one pair is not matched. Identify the non-matching pair.
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Options:
  • A
      Pairs of skeletal parts  Category 
    (a) Sternum and Ribs Axial skeleton
  • B
      Pairs of skeletal parts  Category 
    (b) Clavicle and Glenoid  cavity  Pelvic girdle 
  • C
      Pairs of skeletal parts  Category 
    (c) Humerus and Ulna Appendicular skeleton 
  • D
      Pairs of skeletal parts  Category 
    (d) Malleus and Stapes Ear ossicles
Solution:
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The correct answer is:
  Pairs of skeletal parts  Category 
(b) Clavicle and Glenoid  cavity  Pelvic girdle 
The glenoid cavity is found in the pectoral girdle.
The glenoid cavity or glenoid fossa of the scapula is a part of the shoulder. It is a shallow, pyriform articular surface, which is located on the lateral angle of the scapula. It is directed laterally and forward and articulates with the head of the humerus; it is broader below than above and its vertical diameter is the longest.

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