Question

What is zygomatic arch in the skull of rabbit? How it is formed?

Answer 1

Zygomatic arch, bridge of bone extending from the temporal bone at the side of the head around to the maxilla (upper jawbone) in front and including the zygomatic (cheek) bone as a major portion.

A zygomatic arch on either side of the skull is formed by squamosal, jugal and maxillary bones.

Answer 2

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The zygomatic arch is also called as cheekbone.

Zygomatic arch of rabbit (mammals) is formed of Maxilla, squamosal and jugal.

The size of the lower jaw is correlated with the size and prominence of the zygomatic arches. Large, muscular jaws require large arches for attachment.