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The femur is superior to the patella and inferior to the ischium. The femur is commonly known as the thigh bone.

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Which bone found superior to the patella and inferior to the ischium?

The femur is superior to the patella and inferior to the ischium. The femur is commonly known as the thigh bone.


Which large bone is found superior to the patella and inferior to the ischium?

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What structure is not found on the ischium?

The clavicle bone is not found on the ischium. The clavicle bone is located in the shoulder area and is not part of the pelvis where the ischium is located.


What bone found the kneecap?

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What organ system contains the patella?

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Which bone is found anterior to the distal end of the femur and proximal end of the tibia?

The patella is anterior to the joint between the femur and tibia. The patella is also known as the kneecap.


What sesamoid bone forms in the quadriceps tendon?

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What is the knee cap real name?

The knee cap's real name is the patella. It is a small bone located in front of the knee joint that helps with knee movement and stability.


Where is your patella found?

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What is found superior to the trachea and inferior to the oropharynx?

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What bone is also known as the knee cap?

The patella (/pəˈtɛlə/), also known as the kneecap or kneepan, is a thick, circular-triangular bone which articulates with the femur (thigh bone) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. The patella is found in many tetrapods, such as mice, cats, and birds, but not in whales or most reptiles and amphibianssuch as snakes or frogs.