GENERAL HISTOLOGY

BONE

STRUCTURES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
large, irregularly shaped projection
A
ramus
B
condyle
C
tubercle
D
tuberosity
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Condyle-Refers to a large prominence, which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage. It bears the brunt of the force exerted from the joint. Examples include the knee joint (hinge joint), formed by the femoral lateral and medial condyles, and the tibial lateral and medial condyles.

Detailed explanation-2: -The large proximal projection on the femur is called the trochanter. This is located near the femoral head and femoral neck of the femur.

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