Thoracic Vertebrae Are Different from Other Vertebrae in That They

question 329

Multiple Choice

Thoracic vertebrae are different from other vertebrae in that they have ________.

• A) transverse foramina
• B) no transverse processes
• C) facets for attachments for ribs
• D) no intervertebral discs

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