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Vocabulary Term Details

Patella (kneecap)

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patella)

The patella, also known as the knee cap or kneepan, is a thick, circular-triangular bone which articulates with the femur and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. (Wikipedia)

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Limb bones
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This term is used for the following terms: 
Kneecap

Approved Date
03-Apr-2013

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