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Ch. 8 Vertabrae

  1. What are the 3 divisions of the spine, and how many bones are in each division?
    • Cervical (7)
    • Thoracic (12)
    • Lumbar (5)
  2. What are the last 2 components of the spinal column and how many (fused) bones does each have?
    • Sacral vertebrae (5)
    • Coccygeal vertebrae (4)
  3. What is the top vertebrae called?
    Atlas (connects to skull)
  4. What is the name for the second vertebrae from the top?
    Axis (right below atlas)
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    Body of vertabrae
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    Lamina
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    Pedicle
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    Spinous process
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    Superior articular facets (inferior look the same on the bottom)
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    Transverse process
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    Vertebral foramen
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Card Set
Ch. 8 Vertabrae
Description
Vertebrae, general features and regional characteristics
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