<P> The patella , also known as the kneecap , is a thick , circular - triangular bone which articulates with the femur ( thigh bone ) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint . The patella is found in many tetrapods , such as mice , cats and birds , but not in whales , or most reptiles . </P>
<P> The patella , also known as the kneecap , is a thick , circular - triangular bone which articulates with the femur ( thigh bone ) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint . The patella is found in many tetrapods , such as mice , cats and birds , but not in whales , or most reptiles . </P>
where is the patella located in the human body
where is the patella located in the human body
surface of the knee joint
surface of the knee joint