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Are forelimbs and hindlimbs the same?

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forelimbs and hindlimbs

  1. forelimbs and hindlimbs are not the same
  2. The hind limbs of any animal are much stronger than the forelimbs.
  3. The hind limbs are attached to the posterior part of the body, while the forelimbs are attached to the front side of the body.
  4. The bones of the hind limbs are sturdier and longer than the bones present in the forelimbs.
  5. In humans, the hind limb is termed as the leg that is attached to the pelvis; while the forelimb is termed as the arm that is connected to the shoulder joint.

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