LABS 3&4 cervical vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
how many cervical vertebrae
A
7
2
Q
what trait is unique to all cervical vertebrae?
A
transverse foramen
3
Q
two traits unique to atlas vertebra (c1)?
A
no body, no spinous process
4
Q
trait unique to axis vertebra (c2)?
A
dens (odontoid process)
5
Q
which vertebrae can have bifid spine/branched spinous process?
A
c2-c6
6
Q
what movement occurs between atlas and axis?
A
medial and lateral rotation of the head
7
Q
possible features of cervical vertebrae
A
body, transverse process, spinous process, transverse foramina, vertebral foramen, vertebral arch, pedicle, superior and inferior articular facets, lamina
8
Q
what articulates with atlas that creates unique shape and position of superior articular facets?
A
occipital bones (of the skull)
