Osteology

Articulated cervical vertebrae, posterolateral view

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Osteology

Articulated cervical vertebrae, posterolateral view

Roman numerals designate the individual vertebrae in order.

1. Transverse process of atlas
2. Superior articular surface axis
3. Transverse foramen
4. Superior articular process
5. Inferior articular process
6. Posterior tubercle
7. Anterior tubercle
8. Transverse process
9. Vertebra prominens
10. Arch of vertebra
11. Dens (axis)
12. Superior articular facet of atlas
13. Vertebral canal
14. Spinous process