ANATOMY
THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN
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they lack a body
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they articulate with the occipital bone
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they contain 3 foramina
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they lack a transvere process
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Detailed explanation-1: -The main anatomical characteristics of a typical cervical vertebra that separate it from other types of vertebrae are the small size, transverse foramina, saddle-shaped body, and bifid spinous process (Fig. 1.7.
Detailed explanation-2: -Typical cervical vertebrae have several features distinct from those typical of thoracic or lumbar vertebrae. The most notable distinction is the presence of one foramen, in each transverse process. These transverse foramina encircle the vertebral arteries and veins.
Detailed explanation-3: -The lumbar vertebrae have triangular foramina. Together the vertebral foramina form the vertebral canal.
Detailed explanation-4: -C1 and C2 form a unique set of articulations that provide a great degree of mobility for the skull. C1 serves as a ring or washer that the skull rests upon and articulates in a pivot joint with the dens or odontoid process of C2.