bone markings and surface features Flashcards
1
Q
process
A
any projection or bump
2
Q
ramus
A
an extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
3
Q
trochanter
A
a large, rough projection
4
Q
tuberosity
A
a smaller, rough projection
5
Q
tubercle
A
a small, rounded projection
6
Q
crest
A
a prominent ridge
7
Q
line
A
a low ridge
8
Q
spine
A
a pointed process
9
Q
head
A
the expanded articular end of an epiphysis separated from the shaft by a neck
10
Q
neck
A
a narrow connection between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
11
Q
condyle
A
a smooth, rounded articular process
12
Q
trochlea
A
a smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
13
Q
facet
A
a small, flat articular surface
14
Q
fossa
A
a shallow depression
15
Q
sulcus
A
a narrow groove
