pleurapophysis (Meaning)
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pleurapophysis (n.)
One of the ventral processes of a vertebra, or the dorsal element in each half of a hemal arch, forming, or corresponding to, a vertebral rib.
Synonyms & Antonyms of pleurapophysis
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pleurapophysis Sentence Examples
- The ribs articulate with the vertebrae through the pleurapophysis.
- The pleurapophysis serves as a point of attachment for the ribs.
- In some vertebrates, the pleurapophysis is fused to the vertebra, forming a single structure called the pleurocentrum.
- The pleurapophysis is typically oriented perpendicular to the vertebral column.
- The pleurapophysis provides a surface for muscle attachment.
- The size and shape of the pleurapophysis can vary depending on the species and the specific vertebra.
- The pleurapophysis is an important structure for understanding the evolution of vertebrate skeletal systems.
- The pleurapophysis is part of the rib cage, which protects the internal organs.
- In some animals, the pleurapophysis is vestigial, serving no apparent function.
- The pleurapophysis is located on the lateral side of the vertebra, adjacent to the neural arch.
FAQs About the word pleurapophysis
One of the ventral processes of a vertebra, or the dorsal element in each half of a hemal arch, forming, or corresponding to, a vertebral rib.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The ribs articulate with the vertebrae through the pleurapophysis.
The pleurapophysis serves as a point of attachment for the ribs.
In some vertebrates, the pleurapophysis is fused to the vertebra, forming a single structure called the pleurocentrum.
The pleurapophysis is typically oriented perpendicular to the vertebral column.
