A shallow depression in the scapula which receives the head of the upper arm bone is known as the?

Acetabulum

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Neural arch

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Glenoid cavity

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Olecranon fossa

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is B Glenoid cavity
The glenoid cavity of scapula is a part of the shoulder. It is a shallow, pyriform articular surface, which is located on the lateral angle of the scapula.
So correct answer is option C.Glenoid cavity.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

The clavicle meets scapula through -------- and the scapula is attached to the upper arm through----------.

The scapula is attached to the upper arm through ___ .

The clavicle meets scapula through (i)_______ and the scapula is attached to the upper arm through (ii)_______.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program