Match each description with the correct vertebral columnstructure. Structures can be used more than once or not at all.
- general vertebral type containing foramina in the transverseprocesses, through which the vertebral arteries ascend to reach thebrain
- dens is located on this bone and provides a pivot for rotationof the first cervical vertebrae
- transverse processes are shaped for articulation with the ribsand the spinous process points sharply downward
- a composite/fused bone that articulates with the hip bone onits lateral sides
- massive vertebrae that sustain much of the weight of thevertebral column
- the "tail bone" containing fused vertebrae
- supports the head and articulates with the occipital condyles;the first cervical vertebrae
A. cervical B. thoracic C. lumbar D. axis E. sacrum F. atlas G.coccyx
Match each description with the correct vertebral column structure. Structures can be used more than once or not at all.
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