Patella is a kind of

Cartilage bone

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Membrane bone

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Cartilage

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Sesamoid bone

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Solution

The correct option is C Sesamoid bone
A bone which is embedded in the tendon is known as sesamoid bone. Patella is a the largest sesamoid bone which articulates with the femur (thigh bone) and covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint.
So, the correct answer is 'Sesamoid bone'.

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