The Large Proximal Projection on the Femur is Termed The

Question

The large proximal projection on the femur is termed the
A)ramus.
B)trochanter.
C)tuberosity.
D)tubercle.
E)condyle.

Accepted Answer

The large proximal projection on the femur is called the trochanter. The ramus is a branch or extension of a bone, the tuberosity is a rounded prominence, the tubercle is a small rounded projection, and the condyle is a rounded articular projection at the end of a bone.