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what is the coracoid proceess? thick, beaklike process that projects anteriorly beneath the
clavicle
what is teh notch on the superior border that is partially formed by the base of the coracoid
process? suprascapular notch
posterior view of teh scapula ________________________________
prominent structure on the dorsal, or posterior surface of the scapula? spine
the spine starts where and ends where? starts at the vertebral border and ends at the acromion
the acromion hangs over the shoulder joint posteriorly
the posterior border or ridge of the soine is theckened and termed what? the crest of the spine
, the spine seperates the posterior surface into what? the infraspinous fossa and supraspinous
fossa
what do the 2 posterior fossa serve as? surfaces to attach the shoulder muscles
lateral view of the scapula _________________________________
the thin scapula looks like what letter in the lateral position? Y
what are the upper parts of the Y? acromion and coracoid process
what is the acromion? expanded distal end of the spine that extends superiorly and posteriorly
to the glenoid cavity
what is the coracoid process? located more anteriorly in relationship to the glenoid cavity
the lower portion of the y is what? the body of the scapula