The _____ Bone Does Not Articulate with Any Other Bones

question 38

Short Answer

The _____ bone does not articulate with any other bones, but is a site of attachment for muscles of the tongue, pharynx and neck.

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Definitions:

Xiphoid Process

A small cartilaginous extension of the lower part of the sternum, which can be felt as a small bump on the chest.

Earlobe

The lower part of the external ear that is composed of soft skin and a small amount of fatty tissue, often the site for ear piercings.

Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

A medical procedure that involves inserting a tube through the abdomen into the stomach to provide nutrition.

Jejunostomy Tube

A medical device inserted through the skin into the jejunum (part of the small intestine) to provide nutrition directly.