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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

The axis vertebra is located directly below the:
Options
A Atlas
Correct Answer
B Sacrum
C Thoracic vertebrae
D Coccyx
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The axis vertebra (C2) is located directly below the atlas (C1). Together, these two cervical vertebrae form the atlanto-axial joint that allows head rotation.

Hint

This is the second neck vertebra, immediately below the first.

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