Describe the alveolar process.
A)The convex,irregular surface that borders the squamous suture.
B)The curved ridge that mark the attachment sites of the temporalis muscle.
C)The posterior,inferior corner of the lower jaw.
D)The passageway for the vestibulocochlear nerve.
E)The projecting ridge that contains the tooth sockets for the upper teeth.

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The alveolar process is the projecting ridge that contains the tooth sockets for the upper and lower teeth. However, the upper alveolar process is specifically associated with containing the tooth sockets for the upper teeth. Therefore, choice E is the best option.

Describe the Alveolar Process