Processes/protuberances Flashcards
1
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Condyloid
A
Posterior growth on the ramus; articulates with the temporal bone in the TMJ
2
Q
Coronoid
A
Anterior growth on the ramus; attachment for the temporalis muscle
3
Q
Frontal
A
Projection of maxilla that forms the eye orbit
4
Q
Infraorbital
A
Process of the zygomatic bone that articluates with the maxilla to form the eye orbit
5
Q
Mastoid
A
Growth on the temporal bone behind the ear; used for muscle attachment
6
Q
Pterygoid
A
Growth of the sphenoid bone extending downward; serves for muscle attachment by the ____________ hamulus
7
Q
Styloid
A
Small, pointed growth from the lower border of the temporal bone; serves as an attachment of some tongue muscles
8
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Alveolar
A
Makes up the tooth sockets on the maxilla and mandible
