A rounded process in the bone is a bony prominence that is somewhat circular or curved in shape. It typically provides an attachment point for muscles, tendons, or ligaments, and can also contribute to joint movement or stability depending on its location and function in the skeletal system. Examples include the head of the femur or the condyles of the humerus.
A rounded process that usually articulates with another bone is called a condyle. Condyles are rounded projections at the end of a bone that form joints with other bones, allowing for smooth and stable movement.
A smooth rounded end of a bone is called an articular surface. It is covered with articular cartilage to allow for smooth movement at a joint.
A rounded opening through a bone is called a foramen. Foramen provides a passage for nerves, blood vessels, and other structures to pass through the bone.
The sharp slender process in a human bone is known as a spinous process, also called a neural spine. It is a bony projection that extends off the posterior side of the vertebra, serving as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.
The scientific term for bone end is "epiphysis." This is the rounded end of a long bone that forms a joint with another bone.
a tuberocity
Tuberosity.
Tubercle
A rounded process that usually articulates with another bone is called a condyle. Condyles are rounded projections at the end of a bone that form joints with other bones, allowing for smooth and stable movement.
A tuberacle is a small, rounded projection of a process formed where tendons or ligaments attach.
Large ones are tubercles and smaller ones are tuberosities.
malleus,ear bone
A large concave or rounded articular prominence of a bone is called a condyle. Condyles generally serve as sites of attachment for muscles and ligaments, as well as forming joints with other bones.
A smooth rounded end of a bone is called an articular surface. It is covered with articular cartilage to allow for smooth movement at a joint.
A sharp projection from the surface of a bone is called a process. Bones can have different types of processes, such as a spinous process, which is a sharp, pointed projection; or a tuberosity, which is a large, rounded projection. Processes serve as attachment points for ligaments and tendons.
A rounded opening through a bone is called a foramen. Foramen provides a passage for nerves, blood vessels, and other structures to pass through the bone.
Condyle