n.（脊椎的）横突关节；横关节突

The diapophysis is a bony prominence found at the base of the vertebral column in some mammals, such as horses.
在某些哺乳动物中，如马，椎骨基部有一个称为横突的骨突起。
The iliac crest connects to the diapophysis, forming a part of the pelvis in large animals like elephants.
髂结节与横突相连，构成了大象等大型动物骨盆的一部分。
During skeletal development, the diapophysis ossifies and contributes to the overall structure and support of the spine.
在骨骼发育过程中，横突会硬化，并对脊柱的整体结构和支撑起到作用。
Anatomical studies have shown that the size and shape of the diapophysis can vary among different species of birds.
解剖学研究表明，不同鸟类的横突大小和形状有所差异。
In forensic anthropology, the presence or absence of a complete diapophysis can provide clues about an individual's ancestry and past injuries.
在法医人类学中，横突的完整与否可以提供关于个体祖先和过去伤害的信息线索。
The diapophysis plays a crucial role in the attachment of muscles involved in movement, such as the gluteus maximus in horses.
横突对于肌肉的附着至关重要，比如马的股四头肌。
Comparative studies on dinosaurs have revealed that some had a more developed diapophysis, suggesting differences in their locomotion patterns.
恐龙的比较研究显示，有些恐龙的横突更为发达，这暗示了它们的运动模式可能存在差异。
Paleontologists have found that the diapophysis of early mammals evolved from a similar structure in their reptilian ancestors.
古生物学家发现，哺乳动物的横突是从其爬行动物祖先类似的结构演变而来的。
In veterinary medicine, veterinarians may examine the diapophysis for signs of degenerative joint disease or other skeletal abnormalities in equine patients.
在兽医学中，兽医可能会检查马的横突，寻找关节退行性病变或其他骨骼异常的迹象。
The diapophysis, along with other elements of the vertebral column, helps maintain the rigidity and stability of the spine in various postures.
横突，连同脊柱的其他部分，有助于保持脊柱在各种姿势下的刚性和稳定性。