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zygomatic process of temporal bone

processus zygomaticus

The zygomatic process of the temporal bone is a long, arched process projecting from the lower part of the squamous portion of the temporal bone. It articulates with the zygomatic bone. This process is at first directed lateralward, its two surfaces looking upward and downward; it then appears as if twisted inward upon itself, and runs forward, its surfaces now looking medialward and lateralward.

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Tipo Bone
Estructura principal skeletal element projection
Nombre latino processus zygomaticus
FMA ID 52886

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the zygomatic process of temporal bone?

The zygomatic process of the temporal bone is a long, arched process projecting from the lower part of the squamous portion of the temporal bone. It articulates with the zygomatic bone. This process is at first directed lateralward, its two surfaces looking upward and downward; it then appears as if

What is the Latin name for the zygomatic process of temporal bone?

The Latin name for the zygomatic process of temporal bone is processus zygomaticus.

References

  1. Foundational Model of Anatomy — FMA:52886 Reference anatomy ontology (University of Washington)
  2. UBERON — UBERON:0004655 Cross-species anatomy ontology (EMBL-EBI Ontology Lookup Service)
  3. Wikidata — Q4918599 Structured knowledge base cross-reference
  4. Wikipedia — zygomatic process of temporal bone Encyclopedia article (verified cross-reference)

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.