Thoracic vertebrae can be distinguished from other vertebrae by the presence of ____________. a)...
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Thoracic vertebrae can be distinguished from other vertebrae by the presence of {eq}\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. {/eq}
a) Transverse processes
b) Transverse foramina
c) Facets for the articulation of ribs
d) Notched spinous processes
e) Costal cartilages.
Vertebrae of the Spine:
The vertebral column, also known as our spine, consists of a series of bones linked together and extends from the head down to the pelvis. Vertebrae, which are classified as irregular bones, comprise the spine and are grouped according to their location in the vertebral column. Cervical vertebrae are located in the neck region. Thoracic vertebrae are found in the thorax. Lumbar vertebrae are located in the abdomen. The sacral and coccygeal segments each have vertebrae which are fused together.
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