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What is the shortest human digit?
If your only counting the phalanges (those are the bones that make up your fingers) and not the metacarpals (the bones that make up your hand that connect to your fingers, then the thumb is the shortest digit on the human hand. On the human foot, it is the little toe (which is the one on the outside part of your foot; the big toe would be the one on the inside, towards your groin area, the little toe is opposite). If you were to count the metacarpals, then the pinky, or little finger, would be the shortest digit on the human hand. It would still be the little toe if you were counting metatarsals (the bones that make up your foot).
What are other phrases for thumb?
Other phrases for "thumb" include "digit," "opposable digit," and "pollex." In informal contexts, it can also be referred to as a "thumb finger." Additionally, in some cultures, it might simply be called a "big finger."
Is the thumb lateral digit of the hand?
In the anatomical position, yes it is.
The term pollex refers to the?
thumb: the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb
Is a thumb a articulated?
Yes, a thumb is an articulated digit, meaning it has a joint that allows movement. This flexibility enables the thumb to oppose the other fingers, which is essential for precision grip and dexterity.
What is the shortest human digit?
If your only counting the phalanges (those are the bones that make up your fingers) and not the metacarpals (the bones that make up your hand that connect to your fingers, then the thumb is the shortest digit on the human hand. On the human foot, it is the little toe (which is the one on the outside part of your foot; the big toe would be the one on the inside, towards your groin area, the little toe is opposite). If you were to count the metacarpals, then the pinky, or little finger, would be the shortest digit on the human hand. It would still be the little toe if you were counting metatarsals (the bones that make up your foot).
What is the First digit of hand called as?
The first digit of the hand is called the thumb.
Are your pinky and thumb fingers?
Yes, your pinky is your fifth digit and your thumb is your first digit on your manus, or hand
Which digit does not have a middle phalanx?
The thumb .
Pointer finger is what digit on the hand?
The pointer finger is the second digit on the hand, next to the thumb. It is also known as the index finger.
What are other phrases for thumb?
Other phrases for "thumb" include "digit," "opposable digit," and "pollex." In informal contexts, it can also be referred to as a "thumb finger." Additionally, in some cultures, it might simply be called a "big finger."
Is the thumb the lateral digit of a hand?
If standing in anatomical position with palms facing out, the thumb is the lateral digit of the hand, as lateral means "away from midline" vs. medial, which would be toward the midline of the body.
Is the thumb is the lateral digit of the hand?
In the anatomical position, yes it is.
Is the thumb lateral digit of the hand?
In the anatomical position, yes it is.
The term pollex refers to the?
thumb: the thick short innermost digit of the forelimb
Is digit a verb or adjective?
Neither, digit is a noun.Example: I guess a digit between 1 and 10. (number)I hold a pen between my thumb and first digit. (finger)
What is your thumb?
The thumb is the first digit on our hands, a very important digit, if you damage your thumbs you will find your hands cannot function properly, such daily things we do like tying our shoe laces, or picking up coins, cannot be done without the use of our thumbs.
