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Cervical Vertebrae Quiz
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Cervical Vertebrae Quiz

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What is the first cervical vertebra called?

  • Axis
  • Carotid
  • Prominent
  • Atlas (correct)
  • What specific feature does the structure of the atlas contain?

  • Lacking the corpus
  • Containing the spinous process
  • Lacking the vertebral foramen (correct)
  • Containing mastoid processes
  • What specific feature does the structure of the axis contain?

  • Lacking articular processes
  • Containing the dens (correct)
  • Lacking the corpus
  • Containing the costal fossae
  • How many cervical vertebrae are there?

    <p>7</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific feature does the structure of thoracic vertebrae contain?

    <p>Containing the costal fossae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What anatomical structures are found on the lateral parts of the sacrum?

    <p>Auricular surface and sacral tuberosity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part is included in the sacrum?

    <p>The base and apex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Specify the parts of the sternum:

    <p>Xiphoid process, body, manubrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On the back of the scapula are:

    <p>Medial and lateral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The scapula has the following surfaces:

    <p>Ventral, lateral and medial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cervical Vertebrae

    • The first cervical vertebra is known as the atlas.
    • The atlas contains a distinctive feature called the posterior tubercle which serves as an attachment point for ligaments and muscles.

    Axis

    • The second cervical vertebra is known as the axis.
    • A key feature of the axis is the odontoid process (or dens), which allows for rotation of the head.

    Total Cervical Vertebrae

    • There are a total of seven cervical vertebrae in the human spine.

    Thoracic Vertebrae

    • Thoracic vertebrae are characterized by the presence of costal facets, which articulate with the ribs.

    Sacrum Anatomy

    • The lateral parts of the sacrum contain sacral foramina, which are openings for nerve roots and blood vessels.
    • The sacrum itself includes five fused vertebrae forming a triangular structure at the base of the spine.

    Sternum Structure

    • The sternum consists of three main parts: the manubrium, the body, and the xiphoid process.

    Scapula Features

    • The back of the scapula is marked by the spine of the scapula, an elevation that leads to the acromion.
    • The scapula has two primary surfaces: the anterior (costal) surface, which faces the ribcage, and the posterior (dorsal) surface, which features the supraspinous and infraspinous fossae.

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    Test your knowledge of cervical vertebrae with these multiple-choice questions. Identify the number of cervical vertebrae, the first cervical vertebra, and specific features of the atlas.

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