5 Questions
which animals are seen with 18-20 thoracic vertebrae EXCEPT
Rhino
what type of process in mammals fits into the ring of the atlas allowing the turning of the head?
odontoid
in mammals, what is the term for the narrowest part of the rib between the 2 heads?
neck
unattached false ribs are known as?
floating ribs
in mammals, this is composed of variable number of vertebrae fused together for articulation with the hind limbs
sacrum
Study Notes
Vertebral Characteristics
- Animals with 18-20 thoracic vertebrae are excepted (specific types not mentioned, assume context-dependent)
- In mammals, the dens process of the axis bone fits into the ring of the atlas, allowing the turning of the head
Ribcage Anatomy
- The narrowest part of the rib between the two heads is called the neck
Rib Types
- Unattached false ribs are known as floating ribs
Pelvis Composition
- In mammals, the sacrum is composed of a variable number of vertebrae fused together for articulation with the hind limbs
Test your knowledge on which animals possess 18-20 thoracic vertebrae, excluding one specific option. Identify the animals seen with a specific range of thoracic vertebrae.
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