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Which one of the following is NOT a component of the breast?
Which one of the following is NOT a component of the breast?
Where is the nipple usually located?
Where is the nipple usually located?
What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?
What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?
What is the axillary process of the breast?
What is the axillary process of the breast?
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How many lobes does each mammary gland have?
How many lobes does each mammary gland have?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the breast?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the breast?
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Where is the nipple located in males?
Where is the nipple located in males?
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What is the name of the pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple?
What is the name of the pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple?
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What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?
What is the function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast?
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Where is the axillary process of the breast located?
Where is the axillary process of the breast located?
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Study Notes
Breast Components
- The nipple is usually located at the center of the breast.
- The axillary process of the breast is located in the axillary region (armpit area).
- The areola is the pigmented skin that surrounds the nipple.
Breast Structure
- Each mammary gland has 15-20 lobes.
Suspensory Ligaments
- The function of the suspensory ligaments of the breast is to provide support and hold the breast in place.
Breast in Males
- The nipple in males is located at the center of the breast, similar to females.
Non-Components of the Breast
- The axillary process is not a component of the breast itself, but rather a region where the breast tissue extends.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the gross anatomy of the breast with this quiz. Explore topics such as the composition of the breast, its location, and anatomical features like the nipple and areola.
