Bone Surface Markings of the Epicondyle Flashcards
1
Q
Foramen
A
Opening or hole.
Opening for blood vessels and nerves
2
Q
Fossa
A
Shallow depression
Muscle attachment or articulation
3
Q
Crest
A
Prominent ridge
Muscle attachment
4
Q
Condyle
A
Smooth, rounded articular process.
Articulation
5
Q
Head
A
Rounded articular projection supported on the neck of a bone
Articulation
6
Q
Epicondyle
A
Projection above a condyle. Muscle attachment
7
Q
Line
A
Long, narrow ridge (less prominent than a crest)
Muscle Attachment
8
Q
Trochanter
A
Very large projection. Muscle Attachemnt
9
Q
Tubercle
A
Small, rounded proejciton. Muscle attachment
10
Q
Tuberosity
A
Large, roughened projection. Muscle Attachment
11
Q
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