Chapter 7.1, Problem 7LO

Summary Introduction

To describe: The structure of the orbital complex and nasal complex and the functions of their individual bones.

Introduction: The skull (cranium) is the skeletal framework of the head of vertebrates that supports the facial bones and protects the brain. The skull contains 22 bones in which 8 are cranial bones that form braincase and 14 are facial bones that form the face. In addition, there are seven bones associated with the skull.