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Evgesh-ka [11]
3 years ago
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What are 3 major functions of the femur?

Biology
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baherus [9]3 years ago
4 0

Answer:

The femur is the longest bone in the human skeleton. It functions in supporting the weight of the body and allowing motion of the leg. The femur articulates proximally with the acetabulum of the pelvis forming the hip joint, and distally with the tibia and patella to form the knee joint.

Explanation:

yKpoI14uk [10]3 years ago
4 0

Answer:

Hey there!

Three functions include: Supporting the weight of the human body, allowing the leg to move, and protects the joint of the knee.

Let  me know if this helps :)

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