The Surgical Neck of the Humerus Corresponds to (The)________

Question

The surgical neck of the humerus corresponds to (the)________.
A) metaphysis of the bone
B) proximal epiphysis of the bone
C) diaphysis of the bone
D) distal epiphysis of the bone
E) humeral epicondyle

Accepted Answer

The surgical neck of the humerus is located at the metaphysis of the bone, which is the narrow portion of the bone between the diaphysis (shaft) and the epiphysis (end part of the bone). This area is prone to fractures, hence the term "surgical neck."