GK
HUMAN BODY AND REPRODUCTION
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Question
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Organ of body which is protected by patella is
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wrist
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ankle
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knee
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elbow
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Additionally, the patella protects the quadriceps tendon from frictional forces by minimizing tendon contact with the femur and acts as a bony shield for deeper structures in the knee joint.
Detailed explanation-2: -The patella plays the following role at the knee joint: Functions primarily as an anatomic pulley for the quadriceps muscle.It increases the lever arm of the extensor mechanism allowing for more effective knee flexion and thus increase quadriceps strength by 33–50%.
Detailed explanation-3: -The patella is a small bone located in front of the knee joint-where the thighbone (femur) and shinbone (tibia) meet.
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