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What are shoulder bones?

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The human shoulder is made up of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone) as well as associated muscles, ligaments and tendons. It connects the upper part of the chest and bones of the arm.

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