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Skull Anatomy Quiz

#1

Which bone forms the forehead and the upper part of the eye sockets?

Frontal bone
Explanation

Forms forehead and eye sockets.

#2

What is the primary function of the occipital bone in the skull?

To protect the brain
Explanation

Protects the brain.

#3

Which bone contributes to the formation of the nasal septum?

Vomer
Explanation

Contributes to nasal septum.

#4

What is the function of the ethmoid bone in the skull?

Contributing to the nasal septum
Explanation

Contributes to nasal septum.

#5

What is the name of the joint that connects the skull to the spine?

Atlanto-occipital joint
Explanation

Connects skull to spine.

#6

Which bone houses the pituitary gland and is considered the 'keystone' of the skull?

Sphenoid bone
Explanation

Houses pituitary gland, keystone of skull.

#7

Which skull bone articulates with the first cervical vertebra (atlas)?

Occipital bone
Explanation

Articulates with atlas.

#8

What is the main function of the mastoid process in the temporal bone?

Hearing and balance
Explanation

Related to hearing and balance.

#9

What is the function of the sella turcica in the sphenoid bone?

Housing the pituitary gland
Explanation

Houses pituitary gland.

#10

What is the function of the paranasal sinuses in the skull?

To lighten the skull and resonate the voice
Explanation

Lighten skull, resonate voice.

#11

Which suture separates the parietal bones from the frontal bone in the skull?

Coronal suture
Explanation

Separates parietal from frontal bones.

#12

Which bone forms the bridge of the nose and supports the nasal cavity?

Nasal bone
Explanation

Forms bridge of nose, supports nasal cavity.

#13

What is the primary function of the foramen magnum in the skull?

Allowing the spinal cord to pass through
Explanation

Allows spinal cord passage.

#14

What is the significance of the fontanelles in an infant's skull?

Allowing skull compression during birth
Explanation

Allows skull compression in birth.

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