The skull consists of 22 bones. It is divided into two main parts; the neurocranium (the bones housing the brain), and the viscerocranium (facial skeleton).

  • The neurocranium covers and protects the brain and meninges. It is formed by 2 paired, and 4 singular bones.
  • The viscerocranium forms the facial skeleton, and it consists of 6 paired, and 2 singular bones.
  • The ethmoid bone participate in both the neuro- and viscerocranium. It is classically considered to be a part of the neurocranium, and some sources

Subscribe now to continue reading

Join hundreds of successful students who use Meddists to ace their exams.

Gain access to all of the material and topics, custom-made just for you.

Continue