References
Spencer G. Lucas (Oct 6, 2005) "Dinosaurs: The Textbook."
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What is the Scapula?
The Scapula - commonly known as the "shoulder blade" - is a flat bone that provides a foundation for the attachments of back and forelimb muscles. In saurischian dinosaurs, the scapula is attached to the sternum (breastbone) by a bone called the corocoid, and the pair are attached to the clavicle (collar bone) and form the socket to hold the humerus (upper arm bone).
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