chapter 6 bone markings Flashcards
1
Q
large smooth rounded articular process
A
condyle
2
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smooth grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
A
trochlea
3
Q
prominent ridge where ligaments and tendons attach to bone
A
crest
4
Q
rounded passageway for blood vessels and or nerves
A
foramen
5
Q
muscle attachment site appears slightly raised and rough area
A
tuberosity
6
Q
expanded articular process shaped like a ball on the end of an epiphysis
A
head
7
Q
projection or bump often where a muscle tendon or ligament attaches
A
process
8
Q
chamber within bone filled with air
A
sinus
9
Q
part of bone that forms an angle with the rest of the structure
A
ramus
10
Q
deep furrow cleft or slit
A
fissure
11
Q
passage or channel, especially at the opening of a canal
A
meatus
12
Q
duct or channel
A
canal
13
Q
large rough projection
A
trochanter
14
Q
prominent ridge
A
crest
15
Q
pointed process
A
spine
