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With which lower leg bone does the femur articulate?

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Femur articulation with other bone is explained. The inferior surface of the lateral condyle of the tibia inferior to the level of the knee joint is determined.

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The femur articulates with the tibia. In addition, the distal end of the femur also ...

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