sphenoid bone (Meaning)
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sphenoid bone (n)
butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull
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butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull
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The sphenoid bone is a crucial component of the skull base, connecting the frontal, temporal, parietal, and occipital bones.
It is located in the middle of the skull and has a complex shape, resembling a bat or butterfly.
The sphenoid bone houses the pituitary gland, which is responsible for hormone production.
It provides support to the optic chiasm, allowing for the transmission of visual signals to the brain.
