Which of the Cervical Vertebrae Differs from the Others Because

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the cervical vertebrae differs from the others because of its large spinous process that is used as a surface landmark on the spine?

• A) C1, the atlas
• B) C2, the axis
• C) C5
• D) C7, the vertebra prominems
• E) None of the cervical vertebrae has a larger spinous process than the others

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Definitions:

Lateralization

The tendency for certain processes or functions to be more dominant in one hemisphere of the brain than in the other.

Hemispheres

The two halves of the brain or the Earth, divided by the equator (for the Earth) or the longitudinal fissure (for the brain), each responsible for different functions.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the human brain, responsible for voluntary muscular activity, vision, speech, taste, hearing, thought, and memory.

Myelination

Process of coating neural pathways with a fatty substance called myelin, which enables faster communication between cells.