Bundle bone
Bundle Bone
Bundle bone (pronunciation: /ˈbʌndəl boʊn/) is a term used in anatomy to describe a type of bone that is bundled or grouped together with other bones. The term is often used in the context of the skeletal system, particularly in relation to the vertebral column and the rib cage.
Etymology
The term "bundle bone" originates from the English words "bundle", meaning a group of things tied together, and "bone". It is used to describe the way certain bones in the body are grouped together in a bundle-like formation.
Related Terms
- Bone: The hard, rigid form of connective tissue constituting most of the skeleton of vertebrates, composed chiefly of calcium salts.
- Skeletal System: The framework of the body, consisting of bones and other connective tissues, which protects and supports the body tissues and internal organs.
- Vertebral Column: Also known as the spine, it is a column usually consisting of 24 articulating vertebrae, and 9 fused vertebrae in the sacrum and the coccyx.
- Rib Cage: The rib cage is an arrangement of bones in the thorax of all vertebrates except the lamprey. It is formed by the vertebral column, ribs, and sternum and encloses the heart and lungs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bundle bone
- Wikipedia's article - Bundle bone
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