Hyoid bone

Question 1

what is the hyoid bone?

Answer 1

U shaped structure in anterior neck

Question 2

where is the hyoid bone located?

Answer 2

base of mandible (about C3)

Question 3

function of hyoid bone?

Answer 3

site of attachment for anterior neck muscles

Question 4

what is the hyoid bone composed of?

Answer 4

body
2 greater horns
2 lesser hones

Question 5

describe the body of the hyoid bone

Answer 5

the central part of the bone

has an anterior convex surface and a concave posterior surface

Question 6

describe the greater horn of the hyoid bone

Answer 6

projects from each end of the body in a posterior, superior and lateral direction
acts as site of attachment for numerous neck muscles

Question 7

describe the lesser horn of the hyoid bone

Answer 7

arises from the superior aspect of the hyoid bone
near the origin of the greater horn
projects superoposteriorly (towards styloid process of the temporal bone)

Question 8

what attaches to the lesser horn?

Answer 8

stylohyoid ligament