The patella is a sesamoid bone. It was formerly classified as irregular; however, bones that cover tendons and facilitate motion are now classified as sesamoid.
short bones are mostly spongey bones and help hold shape and keep structure strong, flat bones usually protect or help with movementeg. the skull, sternum and scapula, long bones are also sponget...
The mandible is found in the jaw and is part of the skull so can be classed as a flat bone but has also been described as irregular due to the shape. Read more:...