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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which structures project laterally from each vertebra to anchor segmental spinal muscles and ligaments?
Options
A Transverse processes
Correct Answer
B Neural spines
C Centra
D Zygapophyses
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Transverse processes project laterally from the vertebral arch to serve as attachment points for musculature.

Hint

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