Vertebrae Flashcards
1
Q
Typical cervical vertebrae
A
C3-C5; have bodies, transverse processes w/ bifid spines, articular facets which allow mobility/articulation
2
Q
Specialized Cervical vertebrae
A
C1-atlas
C2-axis
C7-prominens
3
Q
C1
A
atlas-no body, no spinous process, broad articular facets/process in order to articulate w/ occipital condyles
4
Q
C2
A
Axis–Dens-stolen body of C1-articulates with C1 Ant arch
5
Q
C7
A
Prominens- has longest spinous process, NON-bifid spine
6
Q
Spine of C7
A
Non-Bifid!
