Question

The first cervical vertebra is called:



Select one:

A. Axis

B. Atlas

C. Coccygeal vertebra

D. Sacral vertebra

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Answer 1

Answer:

The cervical spine is made up of 7 vertebrae. The first 2, C1 and C2, are highly specialized and are given unique names: atlas and axis, respectively. C3-C7 are more classic vertebrae, having a body, pedicles, laminae, spinous processes, and facet joints.