Includes material from the fields of geology, oceanography, meteorology and astronomy through which we examine the physical laws and natural processes that have helped to shape and change Earth and the universe around it.
Although technically not part of the thigh, the patella, or kneecap, is included in this region as well. Figure 9: Right femur, anterior and posterior views A. Femur Landmarks / Markings : ï· Head: Rounded region at the proximal end of the femur; articulates with the acetabulum of the os coxa.
Pelvic Girdle. The pelvic girdle is often cited as the best skeletal element with which to determine sex. We are using the pubis bone, various os coxae features, and the overall shape of the pelvic girdle to estimate sex. The pubis bone is the most medio-anterior bone of the os coxa, on the medial side of the obturator foramen.