On the posterior aspect of the femur, the ________ marks the attachment of powerful muscles that adduct the femur.
A) linea aspera
B) lateral condyle
C) lesser trochanter
D) tibial tuberosity
E) medial condyle

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The linea aspera is a ridge that runs down the posterior aspect of the femur and marks the attachment of several powerful muscles, including the adductor magnus which adducts the femur. The other choices do not have any specific association with adduction of the femur.

On the Posterior Aspect of the Femur, the ________ Marks