Hemapophysis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌhiːməˈpɒfɪsɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hemapophysis is a noun meaning (anatomy) The second element in each half of a hemal arch, corresponding to the sternal part of a rib.
Meaning
(anatomy) The second element in each half of a hemal arch, corresponding to the sternal part of a rib.
Example Sentences
The bones, 39 and 40, represent the hemapophysis of the parieto-hæmal arch.
Word Forms
- hemapophyses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hypapophysis, synapophysis, epiphysis, epihyal, hemithorax, hyperapophysis.
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