Zygomatic process
Zygomatic Process
The Zygomatic Process (pronunciation: zai-go-mat-ik pro-ses) is a bony projection of the temporal bone and the maxilla that forms part of the zygomatic arch, also known as the cheekbone.
Etymology
The term 'Zygomatic Process' is derived from the Greek word 'zygon', which means 'yoke'. This is in reference to the yoke-like shape of the zygomatic arch, which the zygomatic process helps to form.
Anatomy
The Zygomatic Process is divided into two parts: the Temporal Process of the zygomatic bone and the zygomatic process of the temporal bone. These two parts meet and fuse during development to form the zygomatic arch.
The zygomatic process serves as an attachment point for the masseter muscle, which is one of the muscles involved in mastication (chewing).
Related Terms
- Zygomatic Bone: The bone in the human skull that forms the prominence of the cheek.
- Zygomatic Arch: The bony arch in the skull that spans from the temporal bone to the zygomatic bone.
- Temporal Bone: A large bone at the base and side of the skull, which houses the structures of the inner ear.
- Maxilla: The upper jawbone in vertebrates, which forms the roof of the mouth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Zygomatic process
- Wikipedia's article - Zygomatic process
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