vertebra Flashcards
1
Q
what is vertebral body?
A
center of vertebra
2
Q
pedicles of vertebra?
A
two extensions from body
3
Q
lamina of vertebra?
A
two pedicles lead up to it. bottom of spinous process.
4
Q
transverse process
A
extensions to each side from pedicles
5
Q
spinous process
A
longest extension of vertebra
6
Q
superior articular facet
A
face the vertebral body
7
Q
inferior articular facet
A
face away from body
8
Q
vertebral foramen
A
hollow of vertebra
