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Process (anatomy)

In anatomy, a process (Latin: processus) is a projection or outgrowth of tissue from a larger body.

Examples

Examples of processes include:

  • the mastoid process
  • the xyphoid process
  • the spinous processextends from rearward from the centre of each vertebra.

External links

  • Dorland's Medical dictonary: Process
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