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Which of the following represents the correct sequence of arrangement of bones in the lower limb of humans ?
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The correct answer is
Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal
Lower Limb Bone Arrangement Explained
The human lower limb is structured in a specific sequence from the hip towards the foot. Understanding this sequence is crucial for identifying anatomical structures.
Sequence of Lower Limb Bones
The correct arrangement starts with the thigh bone, followed by the kneecap, the main shin bone, and finally the ankle bones.
- Femur: The thigh bone, longest bone in the body, located in the upper leg.
- Patella: The kneecap, a flat, triangular bone situated at the front of the knee joint.
- Tibia: The larger of the two bones in the lower leg, commonly known as the shin bone.
- Tarsals: A group of seven bones that form the ankle and the proximal part of the foot.
Therefore, the correct sequence representing the arrangement from proximal (thigh) to distal (ankle) is Femur - Patella - Tibia - Tarsals.
This sequence corresponds to option B.
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