Bone Markings

Epicondyle-

A small extension of a bone above a condyle.

Ramus-

An angled branch of a bone.

Sinus-

Cavity within a bone.

Process-

Extension or outgrowth of a bone.

Trochanter-

Large bone projection only on the femur where muscles attach.

Tuberosity-

Large roughened process or projection on a bone for the attachment of muscles.

Condyle-

Large, knoblike, curved surface on a bone.

Fissure-

Narrow, slit-like opening for passage of nerves and/or blood vessels.

Foramen-

Opening or a hole in a bone for the passing of nerves and/or blood vessels.

Crest-

Prominent ridge of a bone

Head-

Rounded articular surface at the end of a bone.

Fossa-

Shallow depression in a bone.

Spine-

Sharp slender process or extension of a bone.

Tubercle-

Small roughened process or projection on a bone.