Week 1 - Anatomical Terminology - Description Of Bony Features - Projections Formed Where Bones Articulate Each Other Flashcards
1
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Condyle
A
A knob-like bony process usually having an articular (joint) surface.
- smooth
- rounded
2
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Facet
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A small smooth bony surface, either coated with articular cartilage or the site of attachment of a tendon.
- small
- smooth
- flat
3
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Capitulum
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A small round articular head.
4
Q
Head
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The expanded articular surface of an epiphysis.
5
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Malleolus
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A rounded process.
6
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Ramus
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An arm like bar of bone.
7
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Trochlea
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A spool like articular process, acts like a pulley.