Question

State whether the following statements are true or false.
In mammals, the cervical region of vertebral column always consists of seven vertebrae.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

From the total of seven vertebrae, the axis is the second cervical vertebra; it has what is called odontoid process about which the atlas rotates. The joint between the atlas and axis is a pivot type of joint. It allows the head to turn from side to side.

So, the correct option is 'True'.