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Anatomy and Physiology I

Definition

In the context of anatomy and physiology, particularly within the chapter on the appendicular skeleton, the arm refers to the region of the upper limb between the shoulder and the elbow. It is primarily composed of a single long bone, the humerus, which connects to muscles and joints enabling a wide range of motion.

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