Which bone is the tibia?

In human anatomy, the tibia is the second largest bone next to the femur. As in other vertebrates the tibia is one of two bones in the lower leg, the other being the fibula, and is a component of the knee and ankle joints. read more

the anterior of the two long bones articulating in the hind limb, proximally with the femur, and distally with the tarsal bones. see PENTADACTYL LIMB. In humans, the tibia is the shinbone. In insects, it is the fourth segment from the base of the leg. read more

The tibia is a large bone located in the lower front portion of the leg. The tibia is also known as the shinbone, and is the second largest bone in the body. There are two bones in the shin area: the tibia and fibula, or calf bone. The fibula is smaller and thinner than the tibia. read more