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Femur

Part of speech: Noun, Thing

The femur thigh bones.

Bone of my bones. - 76

Key words: Anatomy, Bone, Femur, Femurs, Leg, Thigh

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

Question: What is the purpose of bones?
Answer: Bones provide the body with support, shape, and protection. - 118

Question: How many bones are in the human body?
Answer: The human skeleton is made up of approximately 206 bones. - 117

Question: What is the purpose of legs.
Answer: The legs allow us to stand-up, walk and run. - 332

Topics from our world ...

Acetabulum The acetabulum socket.
Diaphysis The diaphysis.
Thigh (5) The thighs.

Thigh Bone The thigh bone.
Thighs The thighs.

External related links to the world ...

Human Anatomy - Major Organ Systems

healthtestingcenters.com/human-anatomy-major-organ-systems - 4217

Human Anatomy

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The Human Skeleton

teachpe.com/anatomy/skeleton.php - 114

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Comments and Quotes

My son broke his leg in his basketball game, a compound fracture of his tibia and fibula. The surgery went well; the doctor inserted a rod in his leg to set the bones. He is groggy but should recover well. - J. Lewis - 146