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Eight

Eight (pronounced /eɪt/) is a term used in various medical contexts. It is derived from the Old English æhta, which is akin to the Old High German ahto.

Etymology

The term "eight" comes from the Old English æhta, which is related to the Old High German ahto. The word has been used in the English language since before the 12th century.

Medical Usage

In medical terminology, "eight" is often used to denote quantities, measurements, or positions. For example, the Eighth cranial nerve or the Eighth rib in human anatomy.

Eighth Cranial Nerve

The Eighth cranial nerve, also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve, is one of the twelve cranial nerves in the human body. It is responsible for transmitting sound and equilibrium (balance) information from the inner ear to the brain.

Eighth Rib

The Eighth rib, one of the twelve pairs of ribs in the human body, is classified as a false rib due to its connection to the costal cartilages of the ribs above it.

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