Hand Anatomy Quiz

Test your knowledge of the bones of the hand including carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.

  1. How many bones are in the human hand?
    • A. 21
    • B. 25
    • C. 27
    • D. 30
    Answer: C — The hand has 27 bones including carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges.
  2. What are the wrist bones called?
    • A. Tarsals
    • B. Carpals
    • C. Phalanges
    • D. Metatarsals
    Answer: B — Carpals are the small bones forming the wrist.
  3. How many carpals are there?
    • A. 5
    • B. 7
    • C. 8
    • D. 10
    Answer: C — There are 8 carpal bones arranged in two rows.
  4. The bones in the fingers are called:
    • A. Metacarpals
    • B. Phalanges
    • C. Carpals
    • D. Tarsals
    Answer: B — Phalanges make up the fingers.
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