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Patella, the sesamoid bone is also known as(a) Pisiform(b) Replacing bone(c) Knee cap(d) None of these
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The patella is a sesamoid bone that plays a crucial role in joint function. It is anatomically designed to work effectively for the quadriceps muscles, increasing their strength by 33-50%. Show more…
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