less than 1 minute read

Collarbone



Collarbone, or clavicle, horizontal bone that connects with the breastbone (sternum) and the shoulder blade (scapula) to support the shoulder and to hold the arm in proper position. It is present in upright-walking mammals and in bats.



See also: Bone.

Additional topics

21st Century Webster's Family Encyclopedia21st Century Webster's Family Encyclopedia - Clyde to Constable, John