metacarpus
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The chief point of variation from the Pterodactyle wing is in the relative length of the metacarpus in Dimorphodon.
From Dragons of the Air An Account of Extinct Flying Reptiles by Seeley, H. G.
The hand in animals, as in man, is formed of three parts—the carpus, metacarpus, and fingers.
From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard
B. The two radials blended superiorly, distinct inferiorly; this is the anterior extensor of the metacarpus.
From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard
The distinctive character of the skeleton in this genus is found in the extraordinary length of the metacarpus and in the complete ossification of the smaller metacarpal bones throughout their length.
From Dragons of the Air An Account of Extinct Flying Reptiles by Seeley, H. G.
On the anterior surface, and a little to the inner side, is found a tuberosity, which is destined for the insertion of the anterior extensor of the metacarpus, the homologue of the radial muscles.
From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by Cuyer, ?douard
