Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 8 - The Skeletal System: The Appendicular System - Figure 8.14 - Page 251: 1

Answer

The talus the most superior of the tarsal bones is the only one that articulates with both fibula and tibia.

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The talus articulates with the medial maleolus of the tibia on one side and on the other side it forms a joint with the lateral maleolus of the fibula.. This the most important part of the talo-crural or ankle joint However, the talus also forms joints with the calcaneus ( heel bone) and the boat-shaped navicular bone. During the process of walking, the talus transmits 50% of the body's weight to the calcaneus and, distributes the rest of the weight among the other tarsal bones.
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