Knees, Legs, Ankles, Feet and Toes

Question 1

aka the Kneecap. (located on the bony anterior portion of the knees)

Answer 1

Patella

Question 2

The posterior space behind the knee where ligaments, vessels, and muscles are located.

Answer 2

Popliteal

Question 3

aka Thigh bones. The largest bone in the body.

Answer 3

Femurs

Question 4

The shin bone. Larger anterior weight-bearing portion of the lower leg.

Answer 4

Tibia

Question 5

The heel bone. Largest of the tarsal bones.

Answer 5

Calcaneus

Question 6

Allows movements of the knee.

Answer 6

Cruciate ligaments

Question 7

Joints connecting lower leg and foot.

> allow for movements
made up of 7 tarsal bones

Answer 7

Ankles

Question 8

Rounded bony projection on tibia and fibula on sides of each ankle joint

Answer 8

Malleolus

Question 9

Articulates Tibia and Fibula

Answer 9

Talus

Question 10

5 bones. Form part of the foot to which toes are attached.

Answer 10

Metatarsals

Question 11

The bones of toes.

Great toe has 2
Other toe has. 3

Answer 11

Phalanges

Question 12

aka “Calf bone”. Is a leg bone on the lateral side of the Tibia, to which is connected above and below. The smaller one of the leg bone.

Answer 12

Fibula