Lower Leg Bones and Markings

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What is the medial condyle?

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The medial condyle is a rounded projection located at the proximal end of the tibia that articulates with the femur to form a joint.

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What is the lateral condyle?

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The lateral condyle is a rounded projection on the outer side of the tibia that also articulates with the femur.

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What is the intercondylar eminence?

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The intercondylar eminence is a bony projection located between the medial and lateral condyles of the tibia.

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What is the articular surface of the medial condyle?

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The articular surface of the medial condyle is the smooth area on the medial condyle that articulates with the femur.

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What is the articular surface of the lateral condyle?

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The articular surface of the lateral condyle is the smooth area on the lateral condyle that articulates with the femur.

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What is the greater trochanter?

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The greater trochanter is a large, bony prominence on the femur located near the hip joint.

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What is the lesser trochanter?

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The lesser trochanter is a smaller bony prominence on the femur located below the greater trochanter.

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What is the femur?

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The femur is the largest bone in the human body, extending from the hip to the knee.

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What is the tibia?

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The tibia, also known as the shinbone, is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg.

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What is the fibula?

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The fibula is the smaller bone in the lower leg, located alongside the tibia.