What are the bones of the palm and the hand called?

The bones of the palm and the hand are known as the metacarpi, or the metacarpal bones. There are five metacarpal bones, one corresponding to each digit of the hand, and they form the framework of the palm. They connect the wrist to the fingers and play a crucial role in the overall structure and movement of the hand.

Phalanges refer specifically to the bones of the fingers and thumb, which are distinct from the metacarpals. The term "carnal bone" does not correspond to any recognized anatomical terminology related to the hand or wrist. The ulna is one of the two long bones in the forearm, located on the side opposite the thumb, and while it plays a critical role in the structure of the arm and wrist, it does not refer to the bones of the palm or hand itself.