Maxillary
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-007041
Relating to the maxilla, which is the upper jawbone in vertebrates. This bone forms the roof of the mouth, the floor of the nasal cavity, and the lower part of the eye socket. In humans, the maxilla is a paired bone that fuses in the midline.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-007041 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 775 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202) |
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