Question

In humans what is the first cervical vertebra called?

Answer 1

First cervical vertebrae is called Atlas and the second is called axis.

There are 7 cervical vertebrae in humans.

Answer 2

Explanation:

anatomy, the atlas (C1) is the most superior (first) cervical vertebra of the spine and is located in the neck . It is named for the Atlas of Greek mythology, because it supports the globe of the head which is the skull. ... The atlas and axis are specialized to allow a greater range of motion than normal vertebrae.

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