Table 6-1: Anatomical Terms Flashcards
(18 cards)
Any projection or bump
Process
An extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
Ramus
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
A large, rough projection
Trochanter
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
A smaller, rough projection
Tuberosity
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
A small, rounded projection
Tubercle
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
a prominent ridge
Crest
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
a low ridge
Line
Formed where tendons or ligaments attach;
a pointed or narrow process
Spine
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones;
the expanded articular end of an epiphysis, separated from the shaft by a neck
Head
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones;
a narrow connection between the epiphysis and diaphysis
Neck
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones;
a smooth, rounded articular process
Condyle
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones;
a smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
Trochlea
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones;
a small, flat articular surface
Facet
Opening;
A rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves
Foramen
Opening;
a duct or channel
Canal
Opening;
a passageway through bone
Meatus
Opening;
an elongated cleft or slit
Fissure
Opening;
a chamber within bone, normally filled with air
Sinus
