Asked by Eihab Al-Daraiseh on Sep 22, 2024
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A cavity in a bone, especially in a bone of the skull, is called a ________.
A) fissure
B) tuberosity
C) meatus
D) foramen
E) sinus
Cavitiy
A hollow space within the body or one of its organs; however, the correct spelling is "cavity."
Skull
The bone structure that forms the head, protecting the brain and supporting the structures of the face.
- Absorb the foundational lexicon and explanations connected to the structure of bones and their distinctive signs.
- Distinguish between the different types of bone markings and their functions.
Verified Answer
NM
nokukhanya mnyango5 days ago
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
A cavity in a bone of the skull is commonly referred to as a sinus. Fissures, tuberosity, meatus, and foramen all refer to specific types of openings or prominences in bones, but they do not necessarily indicate the presence of a cavity.
Learning Objectives
- Absorb the foundational lexicon and explanations connected to the structure of bones and their distinctive signs.
- Distinguish between the different types of bone markings and their functions.