Collectively, the eight bones that form the skeleton of the wrist are called the bones.

The eight bones that form the skeleton of the wrist are collectively called the carpal bones. These bones are arranged in two rows, each containing four bones, and they play a crucial role in the flexibility and mobility of the wrist. The carpal bones include the scaphoid, lunate, triquetrum, pisiform in the proximal row, and the trapezium, trapezoid, capitate, and hamate in the distal row. This arrangement allows for a wide range of movements in the wrist, enabling various functions in the hand. Understanding the anatomy of the carpal bones is essential in fields such as medicine, sports science, and physical therapy, as injuries to these bones can significantly affect wrist function.