Table 6-1 An Introduction to Bone Surface Features
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- Name the anatomical terms that describe (general) Elevations & Projections
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Process
Ramus - Define Process
- Any projection or bump
- Define Ramus
- An extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
- Name the anatomical terms that describe Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Trochanter
Tuberosity
Tubercle
Crest
Line
Spine - Define Trochanter
- A large, rough projection
- Define Tuberosity
- A smaller, rough projection
- Define Tubercle
- A small, rounded projection
- Define Crest
- A prominent ridge
- Define Line
- A low ridge
- Define Spine
- A pointed process
- Name the anatomical terms that describe Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Head
Neck
Condyle
Trochlea
Facet - Define Head
- The expanded articular end of an epiphysis, separated from the shaft by a neck
- Define Neck
- A narrow connection between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
- Define Condyle
- A smooth, rounded articular process
- Define Trochlea
- A smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
- Define Facet
- A small, flat articular surface
- Name the anatomical terms that describe Depressions
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Fossa
Sulcus - Define Fossa
- A shallow depression
- Define Sulcus
- A narrow groove
- Name the anatomical terms that describe Openings
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Foramen
Canal
Fissure
Sinus or antrum - Define Foramen
- A rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves
- Define Canal
- A passageway through the substance of a bone
- Define Fissure
- An elongate cleft
- Define Sinus (Antrum)
- A chamber within a bone, normally filled with air