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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The atlas articulates with the skull through the:
Options
A Odontoid process
B Occipital condyles
Correct Answer
C Intervertebral disc
D Vertebrarterial canal
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The atlas articulates with the skull through the occipital condyles. These are two rounded projections on the base of the skull that fit into the superior articular facets of the atlas, allowing nodding movements.

Hint

These rounded projections on the skull fit into the atlas, enabling nodding.

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