Asked by Briahna Ellis on May 26, 2024
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The figure illustrates a posterior view of the right knee joint. What does "E" represent?
A) Medial (tibial) collateral ligament (MCL)
B) Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL)
C) Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
D) Lateral (fibular) collateral ligament (LCL)
E) Lateral meniscus
Lateral Meniscus
A C-shaped piece of cartilage located in the knee between the femur and tibia, providing stability and reducing friction in the knee joint.
Posterior Cruciate Ligament
A ligament in the knee that connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia), preventing the shin bone from moving too far backwards.
Anterior Cruciate Ligament
A key ligament within the knee joint that connects the femur to the tibia, providing stability to the knee.
- Examine musculoskeletal system diagrams to recognize distinct bones, joints, and ligaments.
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Learning Objectives
- Examine musculoskeletal system diagrams to recognize distinct bones, joints, and ligaments.
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