NEET2026ZoologyLocomotion and MovementActual
Which of the following represents the correct sequence of arrangement of bones in the lower limb of humans ?
Options
- AFemur-tarsal-patella-tibia
- BFemur-tibia-patella-tarsal
- CPatella-femur-tibia-tarsal
- DFemur-patella-tibia-tarsal
Correct answer
D. Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal
Step-by-step solution
The bones of the lower limb from proximal to distal (top to bottom) are arranged as follows: Femur (thigh bone) Patella (knee cap) Tibia and Fibula (lower leg bones) Tarsals (ankle bones) Metatarsals Phalanges. Thus, the correct sequence is Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal. Answer: Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal