Osteology

Atlas, superior view

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Osteology

Atlas, superior view

1. Posterior tubercle
2. Vertebral foramen
3. Posterior arch
4. Superior articular facet
5. Transverse process
6. Lateral mass
7. Tubercle for attachment of transverse ligament of atlas
8. Anterior arch
9. Articular facet for dens
10. Anterior tubercle
11. Groove for vertebral artery
12. Transverse foramen