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24 Cards in this Set
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Name the anatomical terms that describe (general) Elevations & Projections
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Process
Ramus |
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Define Process
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Any projection or bump
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Define Ramus
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An extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
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Name the anatomical terms that describe Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Trochanter
Tuberosity Tubercle Crest Line Spine |
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Define Trochanter
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A large, rough projection
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Define Tuberosity
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A smaller, rough projection
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Define Tubercle
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A small, rounded projection
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Define Crest
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A prominent ridge
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Define Line
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A low ridge
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Define Spine
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A pointed process
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Name the anatomical terms that describe Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Head
Neck Condyle Trochlea Facet |
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Define Head
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The expanded articular end of an epiphysis, separated from the shaft by a neck
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Define Neck
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A narrow connection between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
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Define Condyle
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A smooth, rounded articular process
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Define Trochlea
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A smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
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Define Facet
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A small, flat articular surface
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Name the anatomical terms that describe Depressions
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Fossa
Sulcus |
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Define Fossa
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A shallow depression
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Define Sulcus
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A narrow groove
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Name the anatomical terms that describe Openings
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Foramen
Canal Fissure Sinus or antrum |
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Define Foramen
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A rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves
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Define Canal
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A passageway through the substance of a bone
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Define Fissure
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An elongate cleft
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Define Sinus (Antrum)
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A chamber within a bone, normally filled with air
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