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

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

Anatomy & Physiology

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

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Which of the following are features of the temporal bone?

Foramen magnum

Crista galli

Mastoid process

Sella turcica

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Begin by identifying the location and function of the temporal bone in the human skull. The temporal bone is situated at the sides and base of the skull, and it plays a role in forming the cranial cavity and housing structures of the ear.

Understand the features associated with the temporal bone. The mastoid process is a prominent feature of the temporal bone, located behind the ear. It serves as an attachment point for neck muscles and contains air cells that communicate with the middle ear.

Differentiate the features listed in the problem. The foramen magnum is a large opening in the occipital bone, not the temporal bone, through which the spinal cord passes. The crista galli is a part of the ethmoid bone, serving as an attachment for the brain's meninges. The sella turcica is a saddle-shaped depression in the sphenoid bone that houses the pituitary gland.

Recognize that the mastoid process is the correct feature associated with the temporal bone, as it is anatomically part of this bone and serves specific functions related to muscle attachment and ear structure.

Conclude by reinforcing the importance of understanding the anatomical location and function of each bone feature to accurately identify them in the context of the human skull.