Asked by Marcus Morgan on Apr 27, 2024
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Which of the following is a bone marking that indicates a rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves?
A) tubercle
B) trochanter
C) foramen
D) process
Bone Marking
Features on the surface of bones, such as ridges and notches, which serve as attachment points for muscles and ligaments.
Foramen
An opening, hole, or passage, often in bone, through which nerves or blood vessels may pass.
- Identify and describe various bone markings and their roles in bone anatomy.
Verified Answer
NT
Ninga TafunaApr 28, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
A foramen is a rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves to pass through bone. A tubercle is a small rounded projection on a bone, a trochanter is a large process found only on the femur bone, and a process is a general term for any bony prominence or extension.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and describe various bone markings and their roles in bone anatomy.