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The Combining Form Heredit/o- Means

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The combining form heredit/o- means:


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Sternal Symphyses

Articulations between the segments of the sternum, facilitating slight movements and flexibility of the chest wall.

Stylomandibular Ligament

A band of fibrous connective tissue that extends from the styloid process of the temporal bone to the mandible, acting as a supporting structure.

Zygomatic Arch

The bony arch on the side of the skull formed by the zygomatic bone and part of the temporal bone, contributing to the facial skeleton.

Temporomandibular Joint

The hinge joint that connects the lower jaw (mandible) to the temporal bone of the skull, located just in front of the ears.

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