HUMAN ANATOMY
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Chapter 8.2, Problem 1AWYK
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The number of tarsals is less than that of carpals.
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Forelimb or upper limb is attached via pectoral girdle to human skeleton and is involved in keeping the body stable. Hindlimbs or lower limb, on the other hand, are attached to pelvic girdle of human skeleton and are primarily involved in locomotion and bearing weight of the body.
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