Skull Flashcard

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What is the temporal bone?

Back

The temporal bone is a pair of bones located at the sides and base of the skull, involved in forming the sides of the cranium and housing the structures of the inner ear.

Front

What is the function of the frontal bone?

Back

The frontal bone forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets, protecting the brain and supporting the structure of the face.

Front

What is a suture in the context of the skull?

Back

A suture is a fibrous joint that connects the bones of the skull, allowing for growth and movement during development.

Front

What is the sagittal suture?

Back

The sagittal suture is the fibrous joint that runs along the top of the skull, connecting the left and right parietal bones.

Front

What is the lamdoid suture?

Back

The lamdoid suture is the joint that connects the occipital bone with the parietal bones at the back of the skull.

Front

What is the maxilla?

Back

The maxilla is the upper jawbone that holds the upper teeth and forms part of the orbits and nasal cavity.

Front

What is the mandible?

Back

The mandible is the lower jawbone, the largest and strongest bone of the face, which holds the lower teeth.

Front

What is the role of the nasal bone?

Back

The nasal bones are two small bones that form the bridge of the nose and support its structure.

Front

What is the lacrimal bone?

Back

The lacrimal bone is a small bone located in the medial wall of the eye socket, involved in tear drainage.

Front

What is the parietal bone?

Back

The parietal bones are two bones that form the sides and roof of the cranium, protecting the brain.