Figure 8-3 The Femur

Use Figure 8-3 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the structure labeled "2."
A) greater trochanter
B) linea aspera
C) head
D) lateral epicondyle
E) lesser trochanter

Question

Figure 8-3 The Femur
 
Use Figure 8-3 to answer the following questions:
-Identify the structure labeled "2."
A) greater trochanter 
B) linea aspera 
C) head 
D) lateral epicondyle 
E) lesser trochanter

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The structure labeled "2" is the greater trochanter, which is a bony prominence on the proximal (top) lateral (outer) portion of the femur.

Figure 8-3 the Femur