Skulls Flashcards
1
Q
Segittal crest
A
Apes- present
Humans- not present
An attachment site for the large temporalis muscle
2
Q
Brow ridge
A
Apes- dominant supports the upper facial skeleton against forces of chewing
Humans- internalized frontal bone has expanded outwards
3
Q
Foramen magnum
A
Apes- present face and jaws protrude forward more prominent
Humans- present more toward the back
4
Q
Prognatinism
A
Apes- present face and jaws protrude coward when viewed from the side
Humans- less exhibited
5
Q
Canies
A
Both present have 4, apes are more pointed
6
Q
Canine diastema
A
Apes- gap between the teeth
Humans- not present
7
Q
Incisors
A
Apes- present large front
Humans smaller more even size
8
Q
Chin
A
Larger than humans
Humans- outward projection
9
Q
Arrangement of teeth
A
4 canines 8premolars 12 molars and 8 incisors
