Bones of the skull

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What is the zygomatic bone?

Back

The zygomatic bone, also known as the cheekbone, is located under the eye and contributes to the structure of the face.

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What is the parietal bone?

Back

The parietal bone is one of the two bones that form the sides and roof of the skull, and it is labeled as Bone #6 in some anatomical diagrams.

Front

What is the mandible?

Back

The mandible, or lower jawbone, is the largest and strongest bone of the face, and it is responsible for holding the lower teeth.

Front

What is the nasal bone?

Back

The nasal bone is a small bone that forms the bridge of the nose and is located at the front of the face.

Front

What is the maxilla?

Back

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

Front

What is the frontal bone?

Back

The frontal bone is the bone that forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets.

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What is the occipital bone?

Back

The occipital bone is located at the back and base of the skull and contains the foramen magnum, through which the spinal cord passes.

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What is the sphenoid bone?

Back

The sphenoid bone is a complex bone located at the base of the skull, contributing to the eye socket and the cranial cavity.

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What are the functions of the skull?

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The skull protects the brain, supports the structures of the face, and houses the organs of sight, hearing, taste, and smell.

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How many bones are in the adult human skull?

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The adult human skull is made up of 22 bones, which include both cranial and facial bones.