Exam Prep 2

Question 1

Features of the Cervical Vertebrae are:

•List 3 Vertebrae & their distinguishing features

Answer 1

1) Atlas
a. No Body
b. Large superior articular facets
c. Barely discernible spinous process

2) Axis
a. Dens
b. Body present, but small

3) Cervical Vertebrae
a. Larger body than Atlas or Axis
b. More prominent spinous process
c. Spinous process often bifid (Forked)

Question 2

Lumbar Vertebrae

•List features

Answer 2

1) Spinous processes short & squared off

2) No rib facets

Question 3

Thoracic vertebrae

•List features

Answer 3

1) Long, Skinny, spinous process
2) Thick Transverse processes
3) Rib facets on vertebral body & on transverse processes

Question 4

Determining sex from the pelvic

Answer 4

Male:
•Overall size is Larger
• Narrower arch angle
• Ventral Arc is Absent

Female:
• Overall size is Smaller
• Wider arch angle
• Ventral Arc is present

Question 5

The Main 3 parts of the Sternum, from top to bottom

Answer 5

1) Manubrium
2) Body
3) Xiphoid process

Question 6

The Skeletal Thorax provides protection for the heart & lungs.

List 3 bones it consists of:

Answer 6

1) Sternum
2) Ribs
3) Costal Cartilage