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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The opening in the pelvic bone through which blood vessels and muscles pass is called the:
Options
A Acetabulum
B Pubis symphysis
C Obturator foramen
Correct Answer
D Glenoid fossa
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The obturator foramen is the opening in the pelvic bone through which blood vessels and nerves pass. It is a large, oval-shaped hole formed by the pubis and ischium, providing passage for the obturator nerve and vessels.

Hint

This large hole in the hip bone allows nerves and vessels to pass to the leg.

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