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Bone Markings
Question | Answer |
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Process | Projection or protuberance of bone |
Tubercle | Small, rounded projection |
Tuberosity | Larger projection, roughened surface |
Trochanter | Lare projections on the femur |
Condyle | Smooth, rounded articular surface |
Spine | Long, narrow, pointed projection |
Line | Small, low narrow ridge |
Torus | Thick prominent ridge |
Crest | Narrow ridge, not as thick as a torus |
Fossa | Depression, hollow, or cavity |
Foramen | Hole |
Sinus | Cavity lined with mucous membrane |
Canal | Passageway, longer than a foramen |
Meatus | Canal-like passageway |
Facet | Small, smooth, nearly flat articular surface |