The Function of the Anterior Longitudinal Ligament on the Vertebral

question 34

Multiple Choice

The function of the anterior longitudinal ligament on the vertebral bodies is

• A) to prevent hyperextension of the back.
• B) to allow for extensive lateral movement and rotation of adjacent vertebrae.
• C) to protect the spinal nerve cord.
• D) to hold the vertebral laminae together.

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Definitions:

Metamorphic

Pertaining to rock that has undergone transformation by heat, pressure, or other natural agencies.

Pressure

The force exerted per unit area by gases, liquids, or solids on the walls of their container or on objects in contact with them.

Confining Pressure

The pressure applied equally in all directions at any given point within the earth’s crust, often affecting rock properties.

Compression

is the application of force that presses matter together, reducing its volume or causing deformation.