Multiple Choice
Which anatomical term refers specifically to the region of the head that contains the eyes?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Anatomical Terms for the Head and Neck
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The eyeball is located in a bony structure termed the:
A
maxilla
B
mandible
C
orbit
D
foramen magnum
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Step 1: Begin by identifying the anatomical location of the eyeball. The eyeball is housed within a protective bony structure in the skull.
Step 2: Review the anatomical terms provided in the options: maxilla, mandible, orbit, and foramen magnum. Understand their definitions and locations.
Step 3: Clarify that the maxilla is the upper jawbone, the mandible is the lower jawbone, and the foramen magnum is the large opening at the base of the skull for the spinal cord. None of these structures directly house the eyeball.
Step 4: Recognize that the orbit is the correct term for the bony cavity in the skull that contains the eyeball, along with associated muscles, nerves, and blood vessels.
Step 5: Conclude that the orbit is the correct answer based on its anatomical function and location.
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