Végtagváz

Végtagváz is a Hungarian term that translates to "limb skeleton" or "appendicular skeleton" in English. It refers to the bones of the limbs, including the arms and legs, and the girdles that attach them to the axial skeleton. In humans, the appendicular skeleton consists of the pectoral girdle (clavicle and scapula), the upper limb (humerus, radius, ulna, carpals, metacarpals, and phalanges), the pelvic girdle (ilium, ischium, and pubis), and the lower limb (femur, patella, tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, and phalanges).

The appendicular skeleton is crucial for locomotion, manipulation of objects, and various other bodily functions. The pectoral girdle connects the arms to the trunk, allowing for a wide range of arm movements. The pelvic girdle supports the lower body and is adapted for weight-bearing and bipedal locomotion. The bones of the limbs themselves provide the structural framework for movement, with joints allowing for flexibility and articulation.

In comparative anatomy, the term végtagváz is used to describe the homologous structures in other vertebrates. The basic pattern of limb skeletal organization is conserved across many animal groups, reflecting a common evolutionary ancestry. Variations in the végtagváz are often adaptations to specific lifestyles and environments, such as the specialized limbs of birds for flight or the flippers of marine mammals. The study of the végtagváz helps in understanding biomechanics, evolutionary history, and the diagnosis of skeletal disorders.