BRAIN
SPINAL CORD
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Question
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Which of the flowing passes between the sixth and seventh cervical vertebrae:
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Vertebral artery
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Seventh cervical spinal nerve
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Sixth cervical spinal nerve
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Vertebral vein
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Eighth cervical spinal nerve
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In the cervical region there are eight cervical nerve roots and only seven cervical vertebra. The first seven cervical nerve roots exit the spinal canal above their numbered vertebra. For example, the C1 root exits the spinal column between the occiput and the atlas (C1).
Detailed explanation-2: -The C5-C6 spinal motion segment (located in the lower cervical spine just above the C7 vertebra) provides flexibility and support to much of the neck and the head above.
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