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Can You Identify the Bone Lateral to the Tibia?

Spot Trochanters and Ulna Projections - Test Your Skills

Difficulty: Moderate
2-5mins
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Paper art illustration showing lower leg and arm bones highlighting fibula greater trochanter olecranon dark blue background

Think you know your appendicular skeleton inside out? Take our free anatomy quiz to pinpoint and identify the bone found lateral to the tibia, then challenge yourself to identify the projection found on distal end of the ulna and figure out which of the following have bone markings called trochanters. You'll even decide true or false about how the highlighted bone articulates with the ulna. Perfect for anatomy students and pros, this lower extremity bone quiz and appendicular skeleton quiz sharpen your skills. Whether you're prepping for exams or curious about bone identification, our bone identification quiz offers instant feedback to strengthen your skeletal anatomy foundation. Ready to level up? Start now!

Which bone lies lateral to the tibia in the lower leg?
Patella
Femur
Tibia
Fibula
The fibula is the slender bone positioned on the lateral side of the tibia in the lower leg, providing muscle attachment and stability. It does not bear as much weight as the tibia. Wikipedia: Fibula
The greater trochanter is a prominent proximal landmark on which bone?
Tibia
Fibula
Humerus
Femur
The greater trochanter is a large, palpable projection on the proximal lateral aspect of the femur that serves as an attachment for hip muscles. Wikipedia: Femur
Which projection forms the posterior point of the elbow on the ulna?
Radial notch
Ulnar styloid process
Olecranon process
Coronoid process
The olecranon process is the large, posterior projection of the proximal ulna that forms the bony tip of the elbow. Wikipedia: Ulna
The lateral malleolus is a distal extension of which bone?
Tibia
Fibula
Talus
Calcaneus
The lateral malleolus is the distal end of the fibula that forms the lateral bump of the ankle, stabilizing the joint. Wikipedia: Fibula Distal End
The lesser trochanter is a landmark on which bone?
Tibia
Pelvis
Femur
Fibula
The lesser trochanter is a smaller, medial projection on the proximal femur, serving as the insertion for the iliopsoas muscle. Wikipedia: Femur Proximal End
Which structure connects the tibia and fibula along the shafts of the bones?
Interosseous membrane
Patellar ligament
Cruciate ligament
Meniscus
The interosseous membrane is a fibrous sheet that spans between the tibia and fibula, providing stability and a site for muscle attachment. Wikipedia: Interosseous Membrane
Which bone articulates directly with the talus medially in the ankle joint?
Calcaneus
Tibia
Fibula
Navicular
The tibia's distal surface forms the medial side of the ankle joint by articulating with the talus, bearing most of the body's weight. Wikipedia: Ankle
The head of the fibula articulates with which part of the tibia?
Medial condyle of the tibia
Lateral condyle of the tibia
Tibial tuberosity
Anterior crest
The proximal head of the fibula fits against the lateral condyle of the tibia, forming the proximal tibiofibular joint. Wikipedia: Proximal Tibiofibular Joint
Which of the following is NOT part of the appendicular skeleton?
Clavicle
Scapula
Sternum
Pelvis
The appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and their girdles; the sternum is part of the axial skeleton. Wikipedia: Appendicular Skeleton
The coronoid process of the ulna serves as the primary attachment site for which muscle?
Pronator teres
Triceps brachii
Biceps brachii
Brachialis
The brachialis muscle inserts on the coronoid process and ulnar tuberosity, flexing the elbow. Wikipedia: Brachialis
The intertrochanteric crest is located between which two landmarks on the femur?
Head and neck of the femur
Medial and lateral condyles
Linea aspera and gluteal tuberosity
Greater and lesser trochanters
The intertrochanteric crest is on the posterior femur connecting the greater and lesser trochanters. Wikipedia: Femur Posterior Surface
Which bony landmark on the femur serves as the insertion point for the gluteus maximus muscle?
Gluteal tuberosity
Lesser trochanter
Linea aspera
Greater trochanter
The gluteal tuberosity on the posterior proximal femur is the attachment site for the gluteus maximus. Wikipedia: Gluteal Tuberosity
The fibular notch is found on which bone?
Tibia
Calcaneus
Talus
Fibula
The distal fibular notch on the lateral side of the tibia accommodates the fibula, forming the distal tibiofibular joint. Wikipedia: Distal Tibiofibular Joint
Which ligament attaches from the fibula to the talus and prevents excessive foot eversion?
Anterior talofibular ligament
Deltoid ligament
Calcaneofibular ligament
Posterior talofibular ligament
The anterior talofibular ligament spans between the fibula's lateral malleolus and the talus, resisting eversion. Wikipedia: Ankle Sprains
What is the function of the patellar surface on the distal femur?
Articulation with the patella
Origin of the popliteus muscle
Insertion of the patellar ligament
Attachment for the quadriceps
The patellar surface, or trochlear groove, on the anterior distal femur articulates with the patella as part of the knee joint. Wikipedia: Patella
The olecranon fossa is located on which surface of the humerus?
Lateral shaft
Posterior distal
Anterior proximal
Medial epicondyle
The olecranon fossa on the posterior distal humerus receives the olecranon of the ulna during elbow extension. Wikipedia: Humerus Distal End
Which bone contains the radial notch for articulation with the radius?
Humerus
Scaphoid
Ulna
Radius
The radial notch is a depression on the lateral side of the proximal ulna where the head of the radius rotates. Wikipedia: Ulna Proximal End
The nutrient foramen of the tibia is typically found on which surface?
Lateral condyle
Medial malleolus
Posteromedial border
Anterior crest
The nutrient foramen of the tibia is located on the posteromedial aspect of the shaft, allowing nutrient arteries to enter. Wikipedia: Nutrient Artery
The linea aspera is a ridge found on which aspect of the femur shaft?
Lateral
Posterior
Anterior
Medial
The linea aspera runs longitudinally on the posterior shaft of the femur, providing attachment for adductor and hamstring muscles. Wikipedia: Femur Shaft
The trochlear notch of the ulna articulates with which structure of the humerus?
Capitulum
Trochlea
Olecranon fossa
Radial groove
The deep trochlear notch of the ulna fits over the trochlea of the humerus, forming the hinge joint of the elbow. Wikipedia: Elbow
Which structure forms the medial bump of the ankle?
Medial malleolus of the tibia
Navicular tuberosity
Calcaneal tubercle
Lateral malleolus of the fibula
The medial malleolus is the distal prominence of the tibia that forms the inner ankle bump and stabilizes the ankle joint. Wikipedia: Ankle Bony Structures
The interosseous border of the fibula serves as the attachment for what structure?
Anterior tibiofibular ligament
Interosseous membrane
Posterior tibiofibular ligament
Fibular collateral ligament
The interosseous border of the fibula is the attachment site for the interosseous membrane between the tibia and fibula. Wikipedia: Interosseous Membrane
The adductor tubercle is located on the distal end of which bone?
Pelvis
Fibula
Femur
Tibia
The adductor tubercle is a small projection on the medial epicondyle of the femur where the adductor magnus inserts. Wikipedia: Femur Distal End
The capitulum of the humerus articulates with which bone?
Humeral head
Ulna
Radius
Scaphoid
The capitulum is a rounded eminence on the distal humerus that articulates with the head of the radius at the elbow. Wikipedia: Humerus Distal End
The pectineal line is a ridge on which bone?
Femur
Pelvis
Tibia
Fibula
The pectineal line on the posterior proximal femur serves as the attachment for the pectineus muscle. Wikipedia: Femur Ridges
In a Pott fracture involving the ankle, which bone is most commonly fractured along with the fibula?
Navicular
Calcaneus
Talus
Distal tibia
A Pott fracture typically involves a fracture of the fibula and the distal tibia due to forced eversion of the foot. Wikipedia: Pott's Fracture
Damage to the intertrochanteric line of the femur would most directly affect the attachment of which structure?
Ligamentum teres
Iliofemoral ligament
Pubofemoral ligament
Ischiofemoral ligament
The iliofemoral ligament attaches along the intertrochanteric line on the anterior femur, providing hip joint stability. Wikipedia: Iliofemoral Ligament
In an injury to the ulnar side of the wrist, which projection of the ulna serves as the attachment for the triangular fibrocartilage complex?
Ulnar styloid process
Coronoid process
Olecranon process
Head of the ulna
The ulnar styloid process provides attachment for the triangular fibrocartilage complex, crucial for ulnar wrist stability. Wikipedia: Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify the bone lateral to the tibia -

    Pinpoint the fibula on a skeletal diagram and describe its relationship to the tibia in the lower leg.

  2. Identify the projection on the distal end of the ulna -

    Locate and name the ulnar styloid process, explaining its anatomical significance and function.

  3. Recognize bone markings called trochanters -

    Differentiate between the greater and lesser trochanters on the femur and explain their roles as muscle attachment sites.

  4. Determine true or false statements -

    Evaluate quiz statements about skeletal anatomy to reinforce accurate knowledge and dispel common misconceptions.

  5. Analyze which bone articulates with the ulna -

    Identify the radius as the bone that articulates with the ulna at the elbow joint and describe their interaction.

  6. Apply appendicular skeleton knowledge -

    Complete the scored quiz to test and strengthen your understanding of limb bone anatomy and landmarks.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Fibula: Identify the bone found lateral to the tibia -

    The fibula is the slender bone on the outside of the lower leg, contrasting with the weight-bearing tibia medially. Use the mnemonic "Fibula's for Fashion, Tibia's for Terrain" to remember that the fibula provides muscle attachment but carries minimal load. Source: Gray's Anatomy College.

  2. Ulnar styloid process: Identify the projection found on distal end of the ulna -

    The ulnar styloid process is the pointed projection you can palpate at the wrist's medial side, serving as a key attachment site for wrist ligaments. Think "Style and Styloid" to lock in its name and stabilizing role. Source: Netter's Atlas of Anatomy.

  3. Femoral trochanters: Which bones have markings called trochanters? -

    Trochanters are unique to the femur - specifically, the greater and lesser trochanter serve as major muscle attachment points. Remember "G-I Joe" where G=(Gluteus) attaches to Greater and I=(Iliopsoas) to Lesser to keep them straight. Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Research.

  4. Humeroulnar articulation: The highlighted bone articulates with the ulna -

    The trochlea of the humerus locks into the trochlear notch of the ulna, forming the hinge elbow joint for flexion and extension. Use the phrase "Humerus Turns under Ulna" to cement the trochlea - trochlear notch connection. Source: University of Michigan Anatomy Curriculum.

  5. Weight bearing: True or false - the fibula bears most of the weight? -

    True or false: The fibula is the primary weight-bearer of the lower leg? False! Over 90% of body weight transmits through the tibia, while the fibula mainly stabilizes the ankle. Source: Clinical Anatomy by Hollinshead.

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