Skull Labeling Chapter 3: Skeletal System

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Questions and Answers

What is the term for the cavity that contains the eyeball?

  • Orbit (correct)
  • Zygomatic
  • Frontal Bone
  • Maxilla

What is the name of the bone that forms the forehead?

Frontal Bone

Which bone is known as the side of the skull and houses structures of the ear?

Temporal

What is the name of the butterfly-shaped bone located at the base of the skull?

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What is the term for the two small bones that form the bridge of the nose?

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Which bone is also known as the cheekbone?

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What is the name of the partition that divides the nasal cavity?

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What is the upper jaw bone called?

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What is the name of the lower jaw bone?

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Flashcards

Orbit

The cavity containing the eyeball.

Frontal Bone

The bone that forms the forehead.

Temporal Bone

The bone forming the side of the skull that houses the ear structures.

Sphenoid Bone

A butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull.

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Nasal Bones

The two small bones forming the bridge of the nose.

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Zygomatic Bone

Also known as the cheekbone.

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Nasal Septum

Partition dividing the nasal cavity.

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Maxilla

The upper jaw bone.

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Mandible

The lower jaw bone.

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Study Notes

Skull Anatomy and Components

  • Orbit: The bony cavity that holds the eye, made up of several bones including the frontal, zygomatic, and maxilla.
  • Frontal Bone: The bone located at the forehead; it forms the anterior part of the skull and the upper part of the eye sockets.
  • Temporal Bone: Found on the sides and base of the skull; it houses structures of the inner ear and is involved in the jaw joint.
  • Sphenoid Bone: Known as the "keystone" of the cranial floor, it connects with many other bones and has a complex shape that contributes to the skull's overall strength.
  • Nasal Bone: A small bone that forms the bridge of the nose; it is paired and contributes to the shape of the face.
  • Zygomatic Bone: Commonly known as the cheekbone; it articulates with the frontal, temporal, and maxillary bones, forming part of the orbit.
  • Nasal Septum: The structure that divides the nasal cavity into two nostrils, composed of bone and cartilage; key for airflow regulation.
  • Maxilla: The upper jaw bone that forms the central part of the facial skeleton; it holds the upper teeth and assists in forming parts of the orbit.
  • Mandible: The lower jaw bone; the largest and strongest bone of the face, it is movable and contains the lower teeth.

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