MT CH5 Normal Structure And Function Flashcards
(15 cards)
annulus fibrosus?
Outer ring-like portion of an intervertebral disk
It provides structural support and contains the nucleus pulposus.
What does calvaria refer to?
The dome-like upper portion of the skull
It includes the top part of the skull that protects the brain.
anatomical term for the hip?
Coxa
It refers to the hip region in human anatomy.
cruciate ligaments?
Ligaments in the knee that are shaped like a cross
They are crucial for knee stability.
genu?
Knee
It is used in anatomical references to denote the knee joint.
glenoid cavity?
The bony socket in the scapula that articulates with the head of the humerus
It plays a key role in shoulder joint movement.
hallux refer to?
The great toe
It is the first digit of the foot.
malleolus?
The projection of the tibia or fibula on either side of the ankle
They are important landmarks for ankle anatomy.
meniscus.
Crescent-shaped disk of cartilage found in certain joints, such as the knee joint
In the knee, the medial meniscus and lateral meniscus separate the tibia and femur.
meniscus?
Menisci
It refers to multiple crescent-shaped cartilage structures.
nucleus pulposus?
The central mass of an intervertebral disk
It is located within the intervertebral disks of the spine.
olecranon?
The process of the ulna that forms the elbow
It is a prominent bony structure at the elbow joint.
OS’ refer to?
Bone (plural: ossa)
‘OS’ is derived from Latin, commonly used in anatomical terminology.
What does ‘osseous’ mean?
Pertaining to bone
This term is used to describe structures that are related to or composed of bone.
symphysis pubis?
The anterior pelvic joint formed by the union of the two pubic bones
It is also known as the pubic symphysis.
