Bone Markings Flashcards
1
Q
Process
A
Any projection or bump
2
Q
Ramus
A
An extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
3
Q
Trochanter
A
A large, rough projection
4
Q
Tuberosity
A
A smaller, rough projection
5
Q
Tubercle
A
A small, round projection
6
Q
Crest
A
A prominent ridge
7
Q
Line
A
A low ridge
8
Q
Spine
A
A pointed or narrow process
9
Q
Head
A
The expanded articulate end of an epiphysis, separates from the shaft by a neck
10
Q
Neck
A
A narrow connection between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
11
Q
Condyle
A
A smooth, rounded articular process
12
Q
Trochlea
A
A smooth, grooved articular process shapes like a pulley
13
Q
Facet
A
A small, flat articular surface
14
Q
Fossa
A
A shallow depression
15
Q
Sulcus
A
A narrow groove
