MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name for a rounded bump that forms a joint
A
Fossa
B
Condyle
C
Facet
D
Meatus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -epicondyle. bump near a condyle; often gives the appearance of “bump on a bump"; for muscle attachment.

Detailed explanation-2: -Tubercle-A small, rounded prominence where connective tissues attach. Examples include the greater and lesser tubercle of the humerus.

Detailed explanation-3: -Condyle. Condyles are rounded knobs that form articulations with other bones. They often provide structural support to the articular surface, helping to absorb the force exerted at the joint. The lateral condyle of femur is one example, which is easily palpable at the knee.

Detailed explanation-4: -Condyle. A rounded knob that articulates with another bone. Occipital condyles of skull. Facet. A smooth, flat, slightly concave or convex articular surface.

Detailed explanation-5: -The bony prominences, or bumps, at the bottom of the humerus are called the epicondyles. The bump on the outer side of the elbow is called the lateral epicondyle. Lateral epicondylitis is a condition that causes pain and tenderness at the prominence on the outer part of the elbow.

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