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The cervical vertebra which make up the cervical spine are similar to other vertebra. They are numbered C1-C7.
C1 is formed somewhat differently as it forms a "ring" that supports the skull. It has almost no body. It is called the Atlas. (Atlas carried the world on his back).
C2 has a "tooth" called the dens or odontoid process. The dens sticks up like a finger into the "ring". The two together also allow the head to move. For example, when a person looks to the left or right. C2 is called the Axis.
C3-C6 all are the same. C7 has a projection called the vertebral prominence. This can be felt near the middle between the scapulae. It is a landmark for C7.
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Seven components unfused?
cervical vertebra
What is the name of C1 vertebra?
Cervical 1 vertebrae
What vertebra has seven components?
Cervical vertebra
Why is there a C8 vertebrae?
There is no C8/8th cervical vertebra. There are 7 cervical vertebra but there are 8 cervical nerves. C8 refers to the 8th cervical nerve which emerges just just below the C7.
Is the atlas classified as a cervical vertebra?
Yes the atlas is the first cervical vertebra known as C1.
What is another name for the second cervical vertebra?
The name of the second vertebrae is called the axis.
What is neck vertebra?
A neck vertebra is a cervical vertebra, one of the bones of the spinal column in the neck.
Is there a picture of a cervical vertebra?
yes
What vertebra would you find the odontoid process?
axis the second cervical vertebra.
Which cranial bone houses the condyles that articulate with first cervical vertebra?
The occipital condyles of the occipital bones articulate with the first cervical vertebra.
What are distinguishing features of a cervical vertebra?
Transverse foramina (on all cervical vertebrae) and bifid spinous process on C2-C6
What vertebra does not have a body?
atlas ( 1st cervical )
