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Which bone is not part of the major bones of the leg?
Which bone is not part of the major bones of the leg?
- Tibia
- Fibula
- Patella (correct)
- Femur
What is the region that the human leg includes?
What is the region that the human leg includes?
- Thigh only
- Hip only
- Foot only
- Foot, thigh, and sometimes hip or buttock region (correct)
What is the primary function of the legs?
What is the primary function of the legs?
- Standing only
- Standing, human movement, recreation, and constitute a significant portion of a person's mass (correct)
- Walking only
- Dancing only
What is the main difference between female and male legs?
What is the main difference between female and male legs?
What is the part of the lower limb that lies between the knee and the ankle called?
What is the part of the lower limb that lies between the knee and the ankle called?
Flashcards
Non-major leg bone
Non-major leg bone
The bone not considered part of the major bones of the leg.
Regions of the leg
Regions of the leg
The human leg includes the foot, thigh, and sometimes hip or buttock.
Leg functions
Leg functions
The primary functions of the legs include standing, movement, and recreation.
Female vs Male legs
Female vs Male legs
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Lower limb part between knee and ankle
Lower limb part between knee and ankle
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Study Notes
Leg Anatomy
- The fibula is not part of the major bones of the leg, which are the femur (thigh bone), patella (kneecap), tibia (shin bone), and fibula (outer lower leg bone).
Leg Region
- The human leg includes the region from the hip joint to the toes.
Leg Function
- The primary function of the legs is to support the body's weight, facilitate movement, and maintain balance.
Sex-Based Leg Differences
- The main difference between female and male legs is that females have a wider pelvis and shorter legs compared to males.
Lower Limb Segments
- The part of the lower limb that lies between the knee and the ankle is called the crus or shank.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the human leg and its major bones with this informative quiz. Explore the anatomy and function of the leg while learning interesting facts about standing, movement, and recreation.
