Match the distinguishing bony features with the correct vertebrae: Typical Cervical | C1 (Atlas) | C2 (Axis) |
Understand the Problem
The question asks to match distinguishing bony features with the correct vertebrae (Typical Cervical, C1 Atlas and C2 Axis).
Answer
Typical Cervical vertebrae have transverse foramen and bifid spinous process. C1 (Atlas) lacks a body and spinous process. C2 (Axis) has a dens (odontoid process).
Here's a match of distinguishing bony features with the correct vertebrae:
- Typical Cervical: possess a transverse foramen and a bifid spinous process.
- C1 (Atlas): lacks a vertebral body and spinous process; appears more ring-like.
- C2 (Axis): characterized by the presence of the dens (odontoid process).
Answer for screen readers
Here's a match of distinguishing bony features with the correct vertebrae:
- Typical Cervical: possess a transverse foramen and a bifid spinous process.
- C1 (Atlas): lacks a vertebral body and spinous process; appears more ring-like.
- C2 (Axis): characterized by the presence of the dens (odontoid process).
More Information
The Atlas (C1) and Axis (C2) are unique cervical vertebrae, while C3-C7 are considered 'typical'.
Tips
It is a common mistake to confuse the Atlas and Axis, remember the Atlas (C1) is more ring-like, while the Axis (C2) has the Dens.
Sources
- The Vertebral Column | Anatomy and Physiology I - Lumen Learning - courses.lumenlearning.com
- Anatomy, Head and Neck: Cervical Vertebrae - StatPearls - NCBI - ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Cervical Vertebra - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
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