Bones,Landmarks,Joints,Articulations(limited landmarks)

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What is the temporal bone?

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The temporal bone is a paired bone 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.

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What is the hamate bone?

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The hamate bone is one of the eight carpal bones in the wrist, characterized by its hook-like projection, and is located on the ulnar side of the wrist.

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What is the trapezoid bone?

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The trapezoid bone is one of the carpal bones in the wrist, situated between the trapezium and the capitate bones, and is involved in wrist movement.

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What are phalanges?

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Phalanges are the bones in the fingers and toes; each finger has three phalanges (proximal, middle, distal) while the thumb and big toe have two.

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What is the body of the sternum?

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The body of the sternum is the longest part of the sternum, connecting the manubrium above and the xiphoid process below, and serves as an attachment point for ribs.

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What is the function of joints?

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Joints are the connections between bones that allow for movement and flexibility in the skeleton, categorized into types such as hinge, ball-and-socket, and pivot joints.

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What are true ribs?

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True ribs are the first seven pairs of ribs that attach directly to the sternum via costal cartilage, providing structural support to the thoracic cavity.

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What is the role of the mandible?

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

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What is the occipital bone?

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

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What is the parietal bone?

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The parietal bones are two large bones that form the sides and roof of the cranium, protecting the brain and providing attachment for muscles.