Femur

This tutorial by Nicole from Kenhub explores the anatomy of the femur, the longest and strongest bone in the body. It covers the femur's connections with the hip joint, tibia, and patella, and details the anatomical features of its upper extremity, shaft, and lower extremity. The tutorial also discusses muscle attachment sites and clinical notes on femur fractures, emphasizing the importance of the femur in the lower limb's structure and function.

What is the femur primarily known for in the human body?

• Being the shortest bone

• Being the longest and strongest bone

• Being the most fragile bone

• Being the most flexible bone

Which joint is formed by the head of the femur and the acetabulum of the pelvis?

• Elbow joint

• Knee joint

• Hip joint

• Ankle joint

What is the function of the fovea capitis femoris?

• Area for blood vessel entry

• Site for muscle attachment

• Attachment site for the ligament of the head of the femur

• Region for bone marrow storage

Which muscle attaches to the lesser trochanter of the femur?

• Gluteus maximus

• Iliopsoas

• Biceps femoris

• Rectus femoris

What is the linea aspira known for?

• Being a site of nerve passage

• Being a site of muscle attachment

• Being a site of bone marrow

• Being a site of ligament attachment

Which structure separates the condyles of the femur posteriorly?

• Intercondylar fossa

• Lateral epicondyle

• Patellar surface

• Medial epicondyle

What is the point of origin for the medial collateral ligament?

• Lateral epicondyle

• Medial epicondyle

• Intercondylar fossa

• Patellar surface