Where Is the Articular Pillar Located on a Cervical Vertebra

question 21

Multiple Choice

Where is the articular pillar located on a cervical vertebra?

• A)Between the superior and inferior articular processes
• B)Between the pedicle and the body
• C)Between the spinous process and the lamina
• D)Nowhere

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Definitions:

Chondroblast

Cartilage-producing cell.

Fibroblast

Spindle-shaped or stellate cells that form connective tissue.

Osteocyte

A mature bone cell encased in bone matrix, playing an essential role in bone maintenance, mineral homeostasis, and repair.

Spongy Bone

A type of bone tissue found at the ends of bones and in the interior of vertebrae, characterized by a porous, lattice-like structure that is lighter and less dense than compact bone.