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Anterior cranial fossa

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The anterior cranial fossa is the front part of the cranial base, which supports the frontal lobes of the brain. It is formed primarily by parts of the frontal bone and parts of the sphenoid bone.

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