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finger

One of usually five articulated digits at the end of the tetrapod hand

Entityclass of anatomical entity pentadQ620207

Also known as fingers

Instance of: class of anatomical entity
, pentad
Subclass of: digit
, region of hand
1
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1.Stated in Foundational Model of AnatomyRetrieved 2019-08-01
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Part of: hand

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A finger is a prominent, multi-jointed digit on the forelimbs of tetrapod vertebrate animals with prehensile extremities such as humans and other primates, and is typically covered with a keratinized nail to protect the end. Most tetrapods have five digits (pentadactyly), digits that are significantly shorter than the metacarpal/metatarsals, are typically referred to as toes; while digits that are notably elongated are called fingers. In humans, the fingers are opposable and have with two or three phalanges with fairly good flexional range of motion, serving as an important organ of tactile sensation and fine movements, which are crucial to the dexterity of the hands and the ability to grasp and manipulate objects.

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Anatomical location: hand
Permanent duplicated item: Q22828760
Different from: digit
Members / parts: fingernail quantity: 1
fingertip quantity: 1

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