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What kind of joint is found between each vertebrae?
Vertebrae are gliding joints and also considered cartilaginous joints. However, the first two vertebra are pivot joints. They allow you to nod your head and look to each side.
What movement of the head will be allowed by the atlas?
The odontoid of the second cervical vertebrae (ie: the axis) forms a joint with the anterior ring of the first cervical vertebrae (ie: the atlas). This joint is primarily responsible for allowing the head to rotate from side to side as if you were nodding "no" to someone. See the related link for further information.
Why do Indian people shake their head from side to side?
As a nod of approval. Generally, it always means yes, and it never means no.
Which muscles move when you nod your head?
none
Which one is the first vertebra of vertebral column?
The first vertebra is at the top of the neck. It is called cervical vertebra number one or C1. It also has a name and is called the atlas after the Greek god who held up the Earth. In this case the atlas supports the head.
Why does the head pivots on the second vertebrae?
The second vertebrae has a dens (meaning tooth) which sticks up into the ring made by the atlas (the first vertebra). The head can pivot with this type of joint. A person can nod the head "no".
What kind of joint is found between each vertebrae?
Vertebrae are gliding joints and also considered cartilaginous joints. However, the first two vertebra are pivot joints. They allow you to nod your head and look to each side.
What does a wink is as good as a nod to the wise mean?
i think this is an amalgamation of 'a winks as good as a nod to a blind man', and, a word is enough to the wise (and a few other variations). hope this helps.
What do you do when people sing Happy Birthday?
Smile and nod
Why Percy can't fight crusty The Lightning Thief?
Because if you nod at the bird.....People die everywhere....People die
How can you use nod in a sentence?
Here's some sentences with nod He gave him a nod of approval Nod means approval.
Where was Cain exiled to?
Cain was said to be exiled "to the land wandering". Early translations instead stated that he departed "to the land of Nod", which is generally considered a mistranslation of the Hebrew word Nod, meaning wandering. Hope this helps.
What is full form of nod?
nod
Why do people nod their heads up and down?
It is body language for "yes".
Is it true in Sweden when people say ''no'' they smile and nod their head up and down?
No. Normal body language is Sweden is to nod when saying yes and to shake ones head when saying no.
What movement of the head will be allowed by the atlas?
The odontoid of the second cervical vertebrae (ie: the axis) forms a joint with the anterior ring of the first cervical vertebrae (ie: the atlas). This joint is primarily responsible for allowing the head to rotate from side to side as if you were nodding "no" to someone. See the related link for further information.
What is NOD in a foreclosure notice?
NOD stands for "Notice of Default".
