Vertebral Column
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Vertebral Column

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What is the primary function of the curvatures of the spinal column?

  • To increase the resilience of the spine (correct)
  • To minimize the size of the vertebral bones
  • To provide attachment sites for ribs
  • To protect the spinal cord from injury

    • Which vertebral region has the highest number of vertebrae?

  • Thoracic region (correct)
  • Lumbar region
  • Cervical region
  • Sacral region

    • What condition is indicated by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine?

  • Lumbago
  • Kyphosis
  • Scoliosis (correct)
  • Lordosis

    • What differentiates cervical vertebrae from other vertebrae types?

    <p>Cervical vertebrae have transverse foramina.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the sacrum?

    <p>It is formed from five fused vertebrae.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of scoliosis?

    <p>Abnormal lateral curvature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a vertebra is responsible for protecting the spinal cord?

    <p>Vertebral foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament in the spine helps prevent hyperextension?

    <p>Anterior longitudinal ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of curvature is characterized as 'humpback'?

    <p>Kyphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure is located between the vertebral bodies?

    <p>Intervertebral disc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure is not considered a common part of all vertebrae?

    <p>Superior articular process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the interspinous ligament?

    <p>Connects adjacent spinous processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which curvature is typically associated with 'swayback'?

    <p>Lordosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ligament is narrow and relatively weak, supporting the intervertebral discs?

    <p>Posterior longitudinal ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the vertebral arch?

    <p>Form a protective barrier around the vertebral foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characteristics is unique to cervical vertebrae?

    <p>Presence of transverse foramina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the dens (odontoid process) in the axis?

    <p>To act as a pivot for rotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do lumbar vertebrae primarily differ from thoracic vertebrae?

    <p>They possess thicker and more robust bodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the spinous processes of lumbar vertebrae?

    <p>They are short, flat, and hatchet-shaped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature is present in the first cervical vertebra (Atlas)?

    <p>Superior articular facets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the thoracic vertebrae?

    <p>They articulate with ribs and have heart-shaped bodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of the sacrum in the human body?

    <p>It forms the posterior wall of the pelvis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding the coccyx is accurate?

    <p>It is primarily a site for muscle and ligament attachment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cervical vertebra is responsible for allowing the 'yes' motion of the head?

    <p>C1 (Atlas)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a characteristic of cervical vertebrae?

    <p>Robust and thick bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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