Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Custom)
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Custom)
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ISBN: 9781269752862
Author: Marieb
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 33SAE
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The correctness of the statement made by Professor Roger’s on the foramen magnum of the skull that is the hole through which food passes when one swallows. Provide an explanation for the reasoning.

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The foramen magnum is a hole that is located at the base of the skull. It is surrounded by four bones: right and left pars lateralis, para squama, and pars basilaris. The foramen magnum is a hole present at the base of occipital bone that surrounds the brain’s lower part and allows spinal cord to connect with the brain.

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