The ________ Passes Through the ________

question 118

Multiple Choice

The ________ passes through the ________.

• A) vagus nerve; foramen magnum
• B) optic nerve; foramen ovale
• C) vestibulocochlear nerve; external acoustic meatus
• D) internal jugular vein; jugular foramen
• E) internal carotid artery; jugular foramen

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Definitions:

Xiphoid Process

The xiphoid process is the small, cartilaginous projection at the lower end of the sternum, which becomes bony and ossified with age.

Manubrium

The upper portion of the sternum to which the clavicle and first ribs attach.

Sternum

The long, flat bone located in the center of the chest, connecting to the ribs via cartilage and forming the front part of the rib cage.

Humerus

The long bone in the upper arm that runs from the shoulder to the elbow, connecting with muscles and joints to facilitate arm movement.