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18 Cards in this Set
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homology
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similarity in different organisms that results from their derivation from a common ancestor
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homologous structures
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the features that show such similarity (homology)
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fissure
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narrow crack or groove in an organ / skull
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foramen
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small hole in skull (nerves / vessels pass through)
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neck
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an indented region found near the end of the shaft on a long bone
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condyle
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rounded knob ona bone that articulates with another bone
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head
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larger end of a long bone
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crest
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sharp, prominant bony ridge or border on a bone
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tendons
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connects MUSCLE and BONE
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ligaments
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connects BONE to BONE, keeps organs in place
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coccyx
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lowest bone on spinal column
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Archaeopteryx
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most primitive bird known
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fibula
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lateral bone in leg
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tibia
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medial bone in leg
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incisors
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front 4 teeth, cutting edge
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molars
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back cheek teeth with several raised points for shearing meet or grinding plants
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radius
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below thumb
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ulna
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below pinky
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