5.3 c,d Pelvic Girdle & Lower Limbs

What bones form the pelvic girdle?

• 2 coxal bones and coccyx

• 2 coxal bones and sacrum

• Sacrum and coccyx

• 5 fused vertebrae and coccyx

What forms most of the hip bone?

• Large flaring bone (peacock)

• Small round bone

• Flat bone

• Long bone

What is the function of the gluteal tuberosity on the femur?

• Blood circulation

• Muscle attachment

• Nerve connection

• Bone growth

Where does the head of the femur articulate?

• With the knee joint

• With the socket of the hip

• With the shoulder joint

• With the ankle joint

In which gender is the medial slant of the femur more noticeable?

• Male

• Female

• Both equally

• Neither

What anatomical feature is wider in females, contributing to the noticeable slant of the femur?

• Rib cage

• Skull

• Pelvis

• Spine

What is the anterior border of the tibia often described as?

• Rounded edge

• Sharp ridge

• Smooth surface

• Flat plane

What is one of the important functions of the foot?

• Absorb shock

• Support body weight

• Produce red blood cells

• Regulate temperature

How many tarsal bones are there?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

What is the calcaneus commonly known as?

• Ankle bone

• Heel bone

• Knee cap

• Wrist bone