Which bony landmark of the femur serves as a site for muscle attachments? a. fovea capitis b. lesser trochanter c. head d. medial condyle
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The head of the femur (c) articulates with the acetabulum of the pelvis, forming the hip joint, but it is not a primary site for muscle attachments. The medial condyle (d) is one of the two large, rounded projections at the distal end of the femur that articulate Show more…
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