#bonestructure

Zygomatic Bones Zygomatic Bones Terminology The term zygomatic is derived from the Greek word ‘zyg’ which means ‘yoke’. Hence the zygomatic

Vomer Vomer Terminology ‘Vomer’ is a Latin word. The term is used for the thin plate of bone between the nostrils. Vomer Location Vomer form

Vertebrae Vertebrae General Considerations The vertebral column is made up of a number of irregular bones called vertebrae. The vertebral co

Temporal Bones Temporal Bones Terminology The temporal bone is so named because of its contribution to the temporal region. Temporal Bones S

Sternum Sternum Terminology ‘Sternum’ is derived from the Greek word ‘sternum’ which means chest. Sternum is also called ‘breast bone’. It h

Sphenoid Bone Sphenoid Bone Terminology ‘Sphenoid’ is derived from the Greek word ‘sphen’ which means ‘a wedge’. The bone is so named becaus

Skull General Features Introduction The skull is the skeleton of the head. Cranium means skull minus the mandible. Neurocranium is the upper

Ribs General Considerations Ribs are bilateral bony arches forming the greater part of the thoracic wall. Normally there are 12 pairs of rib