Question

which of the following bones is incorrectly matched to its bone grouping?
long bone = humerus
flat bone = sternum
short bone = carpals
irregular bone = patella

Explanation:

• Long bone = humerus: The humerus is a long bone in the arm.
• Flat bone = sternum: The sternum is a flat bone in the chest.
• Short bone = carpals: The carpals (wrist bones) are short bones.
• Irregular bone = patella: The patella (kneecap) is a sesamoid bone, not an irregular bone.

Answer:

irregular bone = patella