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Flashcards in Landmark Definitions Deck (12)
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1
Q

crest

A

a narrow ridge like prominence

2
Q

epicondyle

A

projection above a condyle

3
Q

line

A

long linear elevation

4
Q

malleolus

A

rounded process at the end of bone

5
Q

notch

A

indentation at the edge of bone

6
Q

process

A

any marked boney projection

7
Q

protuberance

A

projection of bone

8
Q

spine

A

sharp, slender or horn-like projection

9
Q

spinous process

A

spine-like projection

10
Q

trochanter

A

large blunt projection of the femur

11
Q

tubercle

A

small, rounded projection or knob

12
Q

tuberosity

A

large rounded projection