6 Questions
Which bone forms the forehead and roof of the orbits in the human skull?
Frontal bone
What is the name of the bone that forms the lower jaw in the human skull?
Mandible bone
Which bone is located at the base of the skull and forms the posterior wall of the nasal cavity and part of the orbits?
Sphenoid bone
What bone forms the lower part of the sides and base of the skull and contains the external ear canal?
Temporal bone
Which bone forms the bridge of the nose and supports the cartilage of the nose?
Nasal bone
What is the name of the bone that forms the back of the skull and contains the foramen magnum?
Occipital bone
Study Notes
Bones of the Human Skull
- The frontal bone forms the forehead and roof of the orbits.
Lower Jawbone
- The mandible forms the lower jaw in the human skull.
Base of the Skull
- The sphenoid bone is located at the base of the skull and forms the posterior wall of the nasal cavity and part of the orbits.
Sides and Base of the Skull
- The temporal bones form the lower part of the sides and base of the skull and contain the external ear canal.
Bridge of the Nose
- The nasal bones form the bridge of the nose and support the cartilage of the nose.
Back of the Skull
- The occipital bone forms the back of the skull and contains the foramen magnum.
Test your knowledge of the human skull's anatomy in this quiz! Identify the bones that form the forehead, lower jaw, and posterior wall of the nasal cavity and orbits. Perfect for students studying anatomy or anyone interested in learning more about the human body.
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