Processes and depressions in bones Filip Opanar 2

Processes and depressions in bones Filip Opančar 2 nd year, 2013/2014 University of Zagreb, School of Medicine Mentor: Aleksandra Žmegač Horvat

What are bones for? Allow easier Support Protection interaction

Bone processes • Extend out from bones • Attachments for muscles, tendons and ligaments

Subgroups of processes 1. Bone head: a) separated from the body b) in articular cartilage

Subgroups of processes 2. Tubercle: a) rounded processus b) attachement of muscles 3. Tuberosity: lesser elevation than tubercle

Subgroups of processes 4. Condyle: a) rounded, joint-like process b) covered in articular cartilage

Bone depressions • • Openings Hollow regions Passageways for blood vessels or nerves Help in making joints

Subgroups of depressions 1. Fossa: a) shallow cavity b) attachment for muscles c) makes joints

Subgroups of depressions 2. Foramen: opening for blood vessels or nerves

Subgroups of depressions 3. Fissure: narrow, deep, slit-like opening

Subgroups of depressions 4. Sinus: a) hollow cavity in a bone b) usually filled with air

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