Bones of the Skull

Front

What is the name of the bone located at the sides and base of the skull, often associated with the temples?

Back

Temporal bone.

Front

Which bone forms part of the hard palate and is located at the back of the mouth?

Back

Palatine bone.

Front

What is the name of the bone that forms the top and sides of the skull?

Back

Parietal bone.

Front

Which bone is located at the back of the skull and forms the base of the cranium?

Back

Occipital bone.

Front

What is the name of the thin, flat bone that forms part of the nasal septum?

Back

Vomer bone.

Front

How many bones make up the human skull?

Back

The human skull is made up of 22 bones.

Front

What are the two main divisions of the skull?

Back

The cranium and the facial bones.

Front

Which bone is known for housing the brain and protecting it?

Back

Cranial bones.

Front

What is the function of the mandible in the skull?

Back

The mandible is the lower jawbone and is responsible for chewing and speaking.

Front

Which bone is commonly referred to as the cheekbone?

Back

Zygomatic bone.