Human Anatomy (8th Edition) - Standalone book
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ISBN: 9780321883322
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch
Publisher: PEARSON
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Match the term heel bone with the most closely related descriptions given below:
a) tibia
b) pectoral girdle
c) radius
d) phalanges
e) pelvic girdle
f) femur
g) infraspinous fossa
h) calcaneus
i) ilium
j) humerus
Introduction:
The tarsus, most commonly known as the ankle, consists of many bones, namely the cuboid, talus, navicular, and calcaneus. The heel bone is also known as the calcaneus. The backside of this bone is rough and irregular in shape. It is the largest of the tarsal bones.
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