Lower Limb bones and Pelvic Girdle

Front

What is the largest bone in the foot?

Back

Calcaneus

Front

What is the common name for the patella?

Back

Kneecap

Front

Which bone is located on the lateral side of the leg?

Back

Fibula

Front

What is the name of the uppermost part of the hip bone?

Back

Ilium

Front

What is the term for the bony prominence on the inner side of the ankle?

Back

Medial malleolus

Front

What are the three main bones that make up the pelvic girdle?

Back

Ilium, ischium, pubis

Front

What is the function of the patella in the knee joint?

Back

To protect the knee joint and improve leverage for the quadriceps muscle.

Front

What is the anatomical term for the ankle bone?

Back

Talus

Front

Which bone forms the posterior part of the pelvic girdle?

Back

Sacrum

Front

What is the name of the joint where the femur meets the pelvis?

Back

Hip joint