Squama occipitalis
Squama Occipitalis
Squama Occipitalis (pronunciation: skwā-mə äk-si-pə-tā-lis) is a term used in anatomy to describe a part of the occipital bone in the human skull.
Etymology
The term 'Squama Occipitalis' is derived from Latin, where 'Squama' means 'scale' and 'Occipitalis' refers to 'the back of the head'.
Description
The Squama Occipitalis is the flattened, upper part of the occipital bone, which forms the back of the skull. It is marked by a prominent ridge, the external occipital protuberance, and the superior and inferior nuchal lines.
Related Terms
- Occipital Bone: The bone that forms the back and base of the skull, and through which the spinal cord passes.
- External Occipital Protuberance: A bony prominence on the occipital bone of the skull that feels like a large bump.
- Superior Nuchal Line: A bony ridge of the occipital bone at the back of the skull where some neck muscles attach.
- Inferior Nuchal Line: A bony ridge located below the superior nuchal line on the occipital bone of the skull.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Squama occipitalis
- Wikipedia's article - Squama occipitalis
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