Knee Anatomy

Knee Anatomy

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10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Barbara Simon

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is A?

Back

Quadriceps Muscles

Answer explanation

The correct answer is the Quadriceps Muscles, which are a group of four muscles located at the front of the thigh. They play a crucial role in knee extension and are essential for activities like walking and running.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What bone is B? Options: Tibia, Fibula, Femur, Humerus

Back

Femur

Answer explanation

The femur is the longest bone in the body, located in the thigh. It connects the hip to the knee, distinguishing it from the tibia and fibula, which are in the lower leg, and the humerus, which is in the upper arm.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What tissue is C? Options: Lateral Condyle, Articular Cartilage, Meniscus, Patellar Tendon

Back

Articular Cartilage

Answer explanation

C refers to Articular Cartilage, which is a smooth tissue covering the ends of bones at joints, allowing for smooth movement and reducing friction. The other options do not represent the tissue type indicated by C.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What part of the Femur is D?

Back

Lateral Condyle

Answer explanation

The Lateral Condyle is located on the outer side of the femur's distal end, opposite the Medial Condyle. It is crucial for knee joint articulation, making it the correct answer for part D of the femur.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is J?

Back

Quadriceps Tendon

Answer explanation

J refers to the Quadriceps Tendon, which connects the quadriceps muscle to the patella. It plays a crucial role in knee extension, distinguishing it from the other options listed.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is L?

Back

Medial Collateral Ligament

Answer explanation

L refers to the Medial Collateral Ligament, which is a key ligament in the knee that provides stability and support. The other options are different ligaments, but L specifically denotes the Medial Collateral Ligament.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does "C" of ACL stand for?

Back

Cruciate

Answer explanation

The "C" in ACL stands for "Cruciate". The ACL, or Anterior Cruciate Ligament, is one of the key ligaments that help stabilize the knee joint, distinguishing it from other ligaments like collateral or connective.

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