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Process
Any projection or bump
Elevations and projections
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Ramus
An extension of a bone making an angle with the rest of the structure
Elevations and projections
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Trochanter
A large, rough projection
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Tuberosity
A smaller, rough projection
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Tubercle
A small, rounded projection
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Crest
A prominent ridge
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Line
A low ridge
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Spine
A pointed or narrow process
Processes formed where tendons or ligaments attach
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Head
The expanded articular end of an epiphysis, separated from the shaft by a neck.
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Neck
A narrow connection between the epiphysis and the diaphysis
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Condyle
A smooth, rounded articular process
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Trochlea
A smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pully
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Facet
A small, flat articular surface
Processes formed for articulation with adjacent bones
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Fossa
A shallow depression
Depressions
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Sulcus
A narrow groove
Depressions
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Foramen
A rounded passageway for blood vessels or nerves
Openings
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Canal or Meatus
A passageway through the substance of a bone
Openings
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Fissure
An elongated cleft
Openings
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Sinus or Antrum
A chamber within a bone, normally filled with air
Openings
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