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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
Why is there a C8 vertebrae?
The C8 vertebra is not a true vertebra but rather an anatomical and numerical anomaly in the human cervical spine. It is an occasional variation seen in some individuals where there is an extra rib arising from the seventh cervical vertebra. This condition is known as a cervical rib.
What vertebra has seven components?
Cervical vertebra
What is another name for the second cervical vertebra?
The name of the second vertebrae is called the axis.
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
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 is the most cranial cervical vertebra?
seven
Which structural feature of the seventh cervical vertebra forms the vertebra prominens?
spinous process
What is vertebra prominent?
The seventh cervical vertebra is called as vertebra prominens. This vertebra has the long and prominent spine. This spine can be felt at the joint of the neck and thorax.
