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ZOO 101 Skeleton and Supporting Systems Objective Question

Question

Which vertebra has a reduced, pin-like transverse process and a large flattened neural spine?
Options
A Atlas
B Axis
Correct Answer
C Thoracic
D Lumbar
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The axis vertebra has a transverse process reduced to a pin-like structure and a large, flattened neural spine.

Hint

This is the second cervical vertebra.

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