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Standard IX
Biology
Chordata/Vertebrata
How Many Cerv...
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How many cervical vertebrae are seen in mammals?
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The number of cervical vertebrae in mammals:
Cervical vertebrae refer to the seven (C1-C7) cylindrical bodies which provide support to the cervical spine.
The cervical vertebrae also give support for the weight of our head and allow a wide range of head motions.
Almost all mammals including humans have cervical vertebrae.
There are seven cervical vertebrae seen in mammals.
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