Bone Features Flashcards
1
Q
Process
A
A general term for a projection from the surface of the bone
2
Q
Tubercle
A
A relatively small bump on the bone
3
Q
Tuberosity
A
A relatively large, rough area on the bone
4
Q
Spine
A
A short, sharp projection
5
Q
Condyle
A
An irregular, smooth surface that articulates with another bone
6
Q
Epicondyle
A
A bump on a condyle
7
Q
Head
A
A hemispheric projection that articulates with another bone
8
Q
Neck
A
A constriction below the head
9
Q
Crest
A
An elevated ridge of the bone
10
Q
Line
A
A smaller elevation than a crest
11
Q
Facet
A
A smooth, flat face
12
Q
Trochanter
A
A large bump (on femur)
13
Q
Ramus
A
A branch
14
Q
Foramen
A
A shallow hole
15
Q
Sinus
A
A cavity
16
Q
Meatus or Canal
A
A deep hole
