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It is a branch of biology and medicine that is the consideration of the structure of living things

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Phalanx
Biology; Anatomy

A bone in a digit of a foot; in humans, a bone in a finger or toe.

Homology
Biology; Anatomy

A similar character state present in two or more species of organisms that is derived from a single character in their common ancestor. The opposable digits in humans and monkeys are homologies as ...

Furcula
Biology; Anatomy

The V-shaped bone in certain theropod groups, including birds, formed by the fusion of the clavicles at the sternum. Also called the "wishbone".

Hallux
Biology; Anatomy

The first, or innermost, digit of the pes. This is the "big toe" in humans and the backward pointing toe in birds and most theropods.

Dorsal
Biology; Anatomy

Describes a feature anatomically located on, closer to, or in the direction of the back. For example, the scapula is dorsal of the manus.

Glenoid
Biology; Anatomy

Describes the pocket formed by the scapula and coracoid into which the forearm inserts.

Integument
Biology; Anatomy

The skin and the structures associated with it, including nails, claws, hooves, scales and feathers.

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