APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

ANATOMY

PELVIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the “socket” of the Hip called?
A
Femoral Head
B
Femoral Neck
C
Acetabulum
D
Iliac Fossa
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The acetabulum is the “socket” of the “ball-and-socket” hip joint. In a healthy hip, the ball fits securely inside the socket and rotates easily within the smooth cartilage lining.

Detailed explanation-2: -The acetabulum is a cup-shaped structure located on the lateral face of the hip bone that articulates with the femoral head, forming the hip joint.

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