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The first cervical vertebra is called the axis?
Actually, the first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, not the axis. The axis is the second cervical vertebra that forms a pivot joint with the atlas, allowing for rotation of the head from side to side.
What bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae articulates with the first cervical vertebrae?
The odontoid process, also known as the dens, is the bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae that articulates with the first cervical vertebrae. This connection forms the atlantoaxial joint, which allows for rotation of the head.
What special name are given to 1st and 2nd cervical vertebra?
The first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, after the Greek mythological figure who held up the heavens. The second cervical vertebra is called the axis, as it allows the head to rotate from side to side.
The transverse processes of the first cervical vertebra are also known as the?
The transverse processes of the first cervical vertebra (C1) are also known as the lateral masses. They are prominent bony structures that extend laterally from the sides of the vertebra and serve as points of attachment for muscles and ligaments.
Does the atlas bone have spinous process?
No it doesn't. The atlas is the first cervical vertebra and the only one with no spinous process.
What provides a pivot for the rotation of the first cervical vertebra?
Atlaswrong . the correct answer is axis (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axis_(anatomy)) "It forms the pivot upon which the first cervical vertebra (the atlas), which carries the head, rotates."
The first cervical vertebra is called the axis?
Actually, the first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, not the axis. The axis is the second cervical vertebra that forms a pivot joint with the atlas, allowing for rotation of the head from side to side.
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.
Which axial skeletal bone has a small flat articular surface?
The axis (second cervical vertebra) has a small flat articular surface called the odontoid process or dens which articulates with the atlas (first cervical vertebra) to allow for rotation of the head.
Is the atlas classified as a cervical vertebra?
Yes, the atlas is classified as the first cervical vertebra (C1) in the human spine. It is named after the Greek titan Atlas who was condemned to hold up the sky, symbolizing its role in supporting the head.
Which vertebra articulates with the occipital bone?
The first cervical vertebra, called C1 or the atlas, articulates with the occipital bone.
What bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae articulates with the first cervical vertebrae?
The odontoid process, also known as the dens, is the bone feature of the second cervical vertebrae that articulates with the first cervical vertebrae. This connection forms the atlantoaxial joint, which allows for rotation of the head.
What is the first bone of the cervical column?
The vertebrae are the backbones. The cervical vertebrae are at the top. The skull rests on and turns on the first cervical vertebra, called "C1". C1 is tied to the second cervical vertebra, called "C2", which allows, the head to turn far to each side by a special arrangement of bone and ligaments. C3, C4, and C5 are regular vertebrae, but smaller than those further down the spine.
What special name are given to 1st and 2nd cervical vertebra?
The first cervical vertebra is called the atlas, after the Greek mythological figure who held up the heavens. The second cervical vertebra is called the axis, as it allows the head to rotate from side to side.
Referring to the skull what is the atlas?
It is the the most superior (first) cervical vertebra of the spine.
The transverse processes of the first cervical vertebra are also known as the?
The transverse processes of the first cervical vertebra (C1) are also known as the lateral masses. They are prominent bony structures that extend laterally from the sides of the vertebra and serve as points of attachment for muscles and ligaments.
What does the first vertebra pivot around when head moves side to side?
The first cervical vertebra, called the atlas, pivots around the second cervical vertebra, known as the axis, when the head moves from side to side. This unique joint allows for the head's rotational movements.
