General Bone Related Terms Flashcards
1
Q
Crest
A
Narrow ridge.
2
Q
Foramen
A
Opening through a bone, usually for a nerve, bv, or ligament.
3
Q
Fossa
A
A deep depression.
4
Q
Process
A
A projection of the bone.
5
Q
Sinus
A
Cavity within the bone.
6
Q
Suture
A
Interlocking line of bones.
7
Q
Tuberosity
A
Knob-like projection.
8
Q
Condyle
A
A rounded process, which usually articulates with another bone.
