Which of the following represents the correct sequence of arrangement of bones in the lower limb of humans?
- Femur-tarsal-patella-tibia
- Femur-tibia-patella-tarsal
- Patella-femur-tibia-tarsal
- Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal
Answer
(4) Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal
Solution
From proximal to distal, the bones of the human lower limb are arranged as: Femur (thigh bone) Patella (knee cap) Tibia/Fibula (shank bones) Tarsals (ankle bones) Metatarsals Phalanges.
Answer: (4)