The Medial End of the Clavicle is Also Known as the ________

Question

The medial end of the clavicle is also known as the ________ end.
A) acromial
B) sternal
C) coracoidal
D) manubrial
E) scapular

Accepted Answer

The medial end of the clavicle is located near the sternum, so it is also known as the sternal end. The acromial end is the lateral end that articulates with the acromion of the scapula. The coracoidal end refers to the area of the clavicle that attaches to the coracoid process of the scapula. The manubrial end would refer to the portion of the clavicle that articulates with the manubrium of the sternum, but this is not a commonly used term. The scapular end is not a valid term for the clavicle.