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Bone, cuboid
The cuboid bone is the outer bone in the instep of the foot. It is called the cuboid bone because it is shaped like a cube. The cuboid bone articulates posteriorly (it has a joint in back) with the calcaneus (the heel bone) and anteriorly…
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- Plan B Brand name for a progestin-only emergency contraceptive designed to prevent pregnancy within 72 hours after a…
- Omniscience All knowledge. Infinite awareness, understanding, and insight. Someone who (supposedly) possesses omniscience…