Skull Bones

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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. It houses the foramen magnum, through which the spinal cord passes.

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What is the squamous suture?

Back

The squamous suture is a fibrous joint that connects the temporal bone to the parietal bone on each side of the skull.

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What is the sphenoid bone?

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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 is the parietal bone?

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The parietal bone is one of the two bones that form the sides and roof of the cranium.

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What is the styloid process?

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The styloid process is a slender, pointed piece of bone just below the ear, serving as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.

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What are the main 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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What is the temporal bone?

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The temporal bone is located at the sides and base of the skull, containing structures for hearing and balance.

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What is the zygomatic process?

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The zygomatic process is a bony projection of the temporal bone that forms part of the zygomatic arch (cheekbone).

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What is the ethmoid bone?

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The ethmoid bone is a light, spongy bone located between the eyes, forming part of the nasal cavity and the orbits.

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What is the function of cranial sutures?

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Cranial sutures are fibrous joints that connect the bones of the skull, allowing for growth and flexibility during development.