Question

How are glenoid cavity and the acetabulum different

Answer 1

Answer:

Glenoid cavity is different from the acetabulum in the following ways :-

a) Glenoid cavity - The glenoid cavity is the shoulder structure that serves as the “socket.” The humeral head fits into the shallow glenoid cavity, providing the “ball” to make up the ball and socket joint.

b) Acetabulum- The acetabulum  (cotyloid cavity) is a concave surface of the pelvis. The head of the femur meets with the pelvis at the acetabulum, forming the hip joint.