Question

Label the parts of typical vertebra in order from 1-5 according to the figure below

• A. 1.Spinous process 2. Vertebral arch 3. Foramen 4. Lamina 5. Transverse process
• B. 1.Transverse process 2.Vertebral arch 3.Foramen 4. Lamina 5.Spinous process
• C. 1.Spinous process 2.Vertebral arch 3.Lamina 4.Foramen 5.Transverse process
• D. 1.Spinous process 2.Foramen 3.Lamina 4.Vertebral arch 5.Transverse process

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1.Spinous process 2. Vertebral arch 3. Foramen 4. Lamina 5. Transverse process

Body – The body is the weight-bearing part of the vertebrae.

vertebral arch -The arch is on the posterior aspect of the body and protects the spinal cord

vertebral foramen -The opening through the arch is called the vertebral foramen

Processes-There are three different types of processes which serve as attachment points for ligaments and muscles and sites for moveable joints