The Vertebral Column Has Four Slight Bends or Normal Curves

question 53

Multiple Choice

The vertebral column has four slight bends or normal curves, and the ___ regions curve to the posterior when viewed from the side.

• A) lumbar and sacral
• B) cervical and sacral
• C) thoracic and lumbar
• D) cervical and lumbar
• E) thoracic and sacral

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Definitions:

Appendicular Skeleton

Part of the skeleton that includes the bones of the limbs and girdles, facilitating movement.

Scapula

A flat, triangular bone located in the upper back, known as the shoulder blade, which connects the humerus (arm bone) with the clavicle (collarbone).

Tendons

Tough, fibrous connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, facilitating movement.

Ligaments

Strong, flexible fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones, providing joint stability.