Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

Anatomy & Physiology

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck

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Multiple Choice

Which bony feature is located on the inferior view of the skull and serves as the point of articulation with the first cervical vertebra (atlas)?

Coronoid process

Zygomatic arch

Crista galli

Occipital condyles

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Step 1: Begin by identifying the anatomical location of the inferior view of the skull. This view refers to the underside of the skull, which includes structures that interact with the vertebral column and other features of the neck.

Step 2: Understand the role of the first cervical vertebra (atlas). The atlas is the topmost vertebra in the spine and is responsible for supporting the skull and allowing nodding movements of the head. It articulates with specific bony features of the skull.

Step 3: Review the function and location of the occipital condyles. These are paired, oval-shaped bony projections located on the inferior surface of the occipital bone. They serve as the articulation points with the superior articular facets of the atlas, forming the atlanto-occipital joint.

Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options based on their anatomical locations and functions: The coronoid process is part of the mandible, the zygomatic arch is part of the cheekbone, and the crista galli is a feature of the ethmoid bone located inside the cranial cavity, not on the inferior view of the skull.

Step 5: Conclude that the occipital condyles are the correct bony features located on the inferior view of the skull that articulate with the atlas, enabling head movements such as nodding.