Squamous suture

Definition

The squamous suture is a cranial suture that marks the boundary between the temporal bone and the parietal bone of the human skull. It is characterized by its scale-like, overlapping appearance.

Related terms

Temporal Bone:

This is one of the bones that form part of the side and base of the skull and encloses structures related to hearing and balance.

Parietal Bone:

A bone forming part of the top and sides of the skull, each paired with another on the opposite side.

Cranial Suture: A fibrous joint that connects the bones of the skull