Asked by Javier Trejo on Sep 22, 2024
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Which of the following tarsals articulates with the distal end of the tibia, and allows the foot to pivot up and down?
A) Navicular
B) Cuboid
C) Talus
D) Medial cuneiform
E) Calcaneus
Tarsals
A group of seven bones in the foot that form the ankle and arch, crucial for movement and bearing the body's weight.
Tibia
The larger, stronger, and anterior of the two bones in the lower leg, commonly referred to as the shin bone.
Talus
A bone in the ankle joint that sits between the heel bone and the two bones of the lower leg (tibia and fibula).
- Discern and detail the significant bones and joint mechanisms of the lower limb.
- Comprehend how the skeletal structure influences the movements and stability in the lower limb.
Verified Answer
YH
Yandan Huang3 days ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The talus articulates with the distal end of the tibia and fibula, forming the ankle joint, and allows the foot to pivot up and down.
Learning Objectives
- Discern and detail the significant bones and joint mechanisms of the lower limb.
- Comprehend how the skeletal structure influences the movements and stability in the lower limb.