The temporomandibular joint is
A)the location of the insertion of the temporalis muscle.
B)the suture between the temporal and maxillary bones.
C)the site of the articulation between the cranium and mandible.
D)the first suture to be completely ossified in the adult skull.
E)None of the answers are correct.

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The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the site of the articulation between the temporal bone of the cranium and the mandible. It allows for movements such as opening and closing the mouth and moving the jaw sideways.

The Temporomandibular Joint Is