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Question
Answer the following question.
Observe the diagram and enlist importance of A, B and C.
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Solution
- A – Posterior portion of the vertebral foramen of atlas vertebrae; Importance - The spinal cord runs through this portion of the vertebral foramen
- B – Anterior portion of the vertebral foramen of axis vertebrae; Importance – In this portion, the odontoid process of axis vertebrae forms ‘NO’ joint.
- C – Inferior articular facet; Importance – It articulates with a superior articular facet of axis and permits rotatory movement of head.
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