which vertebrae is responsible for nodding or yes movement
and why this is responsible
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The atlas and axis are specialized to allow a greater range of motion than normal vertebrae. They areresponsible for the nodding and rotation movements of the head. The atlanto-occipital joint allows the head to nod up and down on the vertebralcolumn.
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The atlas is the topmost vertebra and with the axis forms the joint connecting the skull and spine. The atlas and axis are specialized to allow a greater range of motion than normal vertebrae. They are responsible for the nodding and rotation movements of the head.
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