The large hole at the base of the occipital bone is called the ________ magnum. It allows the spinal cord to connect to the brain. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


foramen
The foramen magnum, located at the base of the occipital bone, is a hole that allows the spinal cord to connect to the brain.

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