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The shoulder joint is supported by the scap...

The shoulder joint is supported by the scapula (shoulder blade) and the clavicle (collar bone). The humerus (upperarm bone) articulates with the glenoid cavity in a ball and socket type joint. (David Gifford. Science Source/Photo Researchers. Reproduced by permission.)

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