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.

Tipo Bone
Estrutura pai skeletal element projection
Nome latino processus zygomaticus
FMA ID 52886

Perguntas frequentes

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.

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