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Bone Markings
Bone markings with their descriptions
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Undergraduate 1
10/23/2007

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Term
 Head
Definition
The expanded end of the epiphysis. Articulates with adjacent bone.
Term
Neck
Definition
A narrow connection between the epiphysis and diaphysis
Term
Condyle
Definition
A smooth, rounded articular process
Term

Trochlea

Definition
A smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley
Term

Facet

Definition
A small flat articular surface
Term
Process
Definition
Any projection or bump
Term
Ramus
Definition
An extension of the bone at an angle to the rest of the structure
Term
Trochanter
Definition
A large rough projection. Ligament or tendon attachment.
Term
Tuberosity
Definition
A relatively smaller roughened projection. Tendon or ligament attachment.
Term
Tubercle
Definition
A small rounded projection. Tendon or ligament attachment.
Term
Crest
Definition
A prominent ridge. Ligament or tendon attachment.
Term
Line
Definition
A low ridge. Ligament or tendon attachment
Term

Spine

Definition
A pointed process. Ligament or tendon attachment.
Term
Fossa
Definition
A shallow depression
Term
Sulcus
Definition
A narrow groove
Term
Foramen
Definition
A hole
Term
Fissure
Definition
A narrow cleft
Term
Meatus/canal
Definition
A passageway through the bone
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Sinus/antrum
Definition
A chamber within the bone
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