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Which component of a typical vertebra is always located at an anterior/ventral position?
Which component of a typical vertebra is always located at an anterior/ventral position?
What allows for an easy identification of the caudal/inferior side of a vertebra in most cases?
What allows for an easy identification of the caudal/inferior side of a vertebra in most cases?
Which vertebra has specific features such as triangular shape of the vertebral foramen and uncinate processes?
Which vertebra has specific features such as triangular shape of the vertebral foramen and uncinate processes?
Which vertebra has articular facets for the ribs (costal facet or fovea) and location of the articular facets for the costal head?
Which vertebra has articular facets for the ribs (costal facet or fovea) and location of the articular facets for the costal head?
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Which component of a vertebra is posteriorly/dorsally located?
Which component of a vertebra is posteriorly/dorsally located?
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Study Notes
Vertebrae Components
- The body of a typical vertebra is always located at an anterior/ventral position.
- The caudal/inferior side of a vertebra can be easily identified in most cases by the presence of the vertebral arch.
Cervical Vertebra
- The cervical vertebra has specific features such as a triangular shape of the vertebral foramen and uncinate processes.
Thoracic Vertebra
- The thoracic vertebra has articular facets for the ribs (costal facet or fovea) and is located at the site of the articular facets for the costal head.
Vertebrae Orientation
- The spinous process of a vertebra is posteriorly/dorsally located.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the anatomy of the spine and typical vertebrae in this practice session quiz. Identify and understand the key components of a vertebra, including the vertebral foramen, body, articular facets, and more. Prepare for your dentistry practical session by reviewing and practicing with this quiz.
