Morphological Anatomy Test: Cervical Vertebrae
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What is a characteristic feature of the cervical vertebrae?

  • They have a foramen transversarium in each transverse process (correct)
  • They have a single facet for articulation
  • They have a bifid spinous process
  • They are characterised by a circular body
  • Which bone contributes to the formation of the hard palate?

  • Mandible
  • Zygoma
  • Lacrimal bone
  • Maxilla (correct)
  • What is the feature of the temporomandibular joint?

  • It is covered by hyaline cartilage (correct)
  • It is a synovial ball and socket joint
  • It is a hinge joint
  • It is a fibrous joint
  • Which artery enters the orbit through the superior orbital fissure?

    <p>Ophthalmic artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the foramen transversarium in the cervical vertebrae?

    <p>It transmits the vertebral artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many cervical vertebrae are there in the human spine?

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

    What is the nerve responsible for providing taste to the anterior two thirds of the tongue?

    <p>Chorda tympani nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle forms the anterior boundary of the posterior triangle of the neck?

    <p>Sternocleidomastoid muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the gland found within the submandibular triangle?

    <p>Submandibular gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following muscles is referred to as a strap muscle?

    <p>Infrahyoid muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the vein found within the carotid sheath?

    <p>Internal jugular vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constrictor is associated with the oropharynx?

    <p>Middle constrictor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cartilage is the cricoid cartilage?

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

    What is the role of osteoclasts in bone development?

    <p>They are involved in bone resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells are mesenchymal cells?

    <p>Stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the phrenic nerve?

    <p>It contributes to the pharyngeal plexus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the laryngeal prominence?

    <p>It is more pronounced in females</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of osteoblasts in bone development?

    <p>They secrete osteoid</p> Signup and view all the answers

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