There are 27 bones in the hand and wrist that allow humans to complete delicate tasks like writing or using sign language. Let's take a closer look.

There are a total of 27 hand and wrist bones — 19 in the hand and eight in the wrist. Together, they let you perform various complex and precise activities, such as writing and grabbing objects.

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When doctors describe the bones in the hand, they use several terms. Carpals are the 8 bones in your wrist. They aren’t actually part of the hand but are key to the way it works.