Skeletal System Terminology Crossword
Across
- 4. A hole through which nerves and blood vessels pass
- 7. A shallow depression in the bone surface
- 9. Refers to a large prominence which often provides structural support to the overlying hyaline cartilage
- 11. A small rounded prominence where connective tissues attach
Down
- 1. A moderate prominence where muscles and connective tissues attach
- 2. A large prominence on the side of the bone
- 3. A rounded prominent extension of bone that forms a joint
- 5. This usually refers to the largest most prominent segment of the bone
- 6. A furrow in the bone surface that runs along the length of a vessel or nerve
- 8. A smooth, flat surface that forms a joint with another flat bone creating a gliding joint
- 10. A segment between the head and shaft of the bone