by kathryn.feil
The tarsal bones are the unsung heroes of our feet, providing the foundation for balance, movement, and support. This quiz will take you through the fascinating world of these bones, from their names to their functions. Ready to put your knowledge to the test? Let’s see how well you know your tarsal bones!
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Tarsal Bones Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which bone is considered the largest tarsal bone?
Talus
Navicular
Calcaneus
Cuboid
2. Which tarsal bone articulates with the tibia and fibula?
Talus
Cuboid
Navicular
Medial cuneiform
3. How many tarsal bones are there in the human foot?
5
7
9
11
4. Which tarsal bone is located directly in front of the talus?
Cuboid
Navicular
Lateral cuneiform
Calcaneus
5. Which tarsal bone is known for its wedge shape?
Cuboid
Navicular
Medial cuneiform
Talus
6. Which tarsal bone is most lateral in the foot?
Cuboid
Lateral cuneiform
Navicular
Talus
7. Which tarsal bone helps form the arch of the foot?
Talus
Navicular
Cuboid
Calcaneus
8. The talus bone is also known by which other name?
Astragalus
Scaphoid
Os calcis
Os naviculare
9. Which tarsal bone is directly anterior to the calcaneus?
Cuboid
Navicular
Talus
Lateral cuneiform
10. Which of the following is not a tarsal bone?
Talus
Navicular
Scaphoid
Cuboid
11. Which tarsal bone is located between the talus and the three cuneiform bones?
Navicular
Cuboid
Calcaneus
Talus
12. Which tarsal bone has a prominent tuberosity that can be felt on the medial side of the foot?
Navicular
Cuboid
Talus
Lateral cuneiform
13. Which tarsal bone articulates with the fourth and fifth metatarsals?
Cuboid
Navicular
Medial cuneiform
Talus
14. Which tarsal bone is located directly in front of the calcaneus and behind the fourth and fifth metatarsals?
Cuboid
Navicular
Talus
Lateral cuneiform
15. Which tarsal bone is the most medial in the foot?
Medial cuneiform
Navicular
Talus
Cuboid
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