What is longest and shortest bone in human body? What are their measurements in inches?
Solution
- Longest bone: The longest bone in human body is the femur, also known as the thigh bone. The average adult femur is about 18.9 inches (48 centimeters) long.
- Shortest bone: The shortest bone in the human body is the stapes, located in the middle ear. It’s part of the chain of tiny bones that transmit sound vibrations. The stapes is incredibly small, measuring only about 0.1 inches (2-3 millimeters) in length.
