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     This lateral view simply shows the 6 bones that contribute to the surface of the cranial cavity. Of course, what we really care about is the relationship of these bones to the brain. If a penetrating wound passed through a given part of the temporal bone, for example, what region of the brain would it damage? To get some idea of the answer, go on to Fig. 1-2.