Capitulum
Capitulum
Capitulum (pronunciation: /kəˈpɪtjʊləm/), from the Latin capitulum, meaning "small head", is a term used in various fields of medicine.
Anatomy
In anatomy, a capitulum refers to a small, rounded, articulating end of a bone. It is often used to describe certain structures in the human body, such as the capitulum of the humerus, which articulates with the radius in the forearm.
Botany
In botany, a capitulum is a type of inflorescence that consists of a cluster of flowers tightly packed together. The term is often used in the description of plants in the Asteraceae family.
Zoology
In zoology, capitulum is used to describe a structure that is head-like in appearance or function. For example, in ticks of the family Ixodidae, the capitulum refers to the mouthparts and associated structures.
Related Terms
- Capitellum: A small head or knob-like structure, often used interchangeably with capitulum in anatomical contexts.
- Capitate: Having a head-like termination, as in certain bones or plant structures.
- Capitation: A term used in healthcare finance to refer to a payment arrangement for health care service providers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Capitulum
- Wikipedia's article - Capitulum
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