Vertebrae

Front

What is the Anterior Arch of a vertebra?

Back

The Anterior Arch is a bony structure located at the front of the vertebra, providing support and stability.

Front

What is the function of the Body of a vertebra?

Back

The Body of a vertebra is the main weight-bearing structure, providing support for the spine.

Front

What is the Posterior Arch of a vertebra?

Back

The Posterior Arch is the bony structure at the back of the vertebra, protecting the spinal cord.

Front

What is the Spinous Process?

Back

The Spinous Process is a bony projection on the back of a vertebra, serving as an attachment point for muscles and ligaments.

Front

What is the Transverse Process?

Back

The Transverse Process is a bony projection on either side of a vertebra, providing attachment points for muscles and ligaments.

Front

What is a Costal Facet?

Back

A Costal Facet is a small, flat surface on a vertebra where a rib articulates.

Front

What is a Costal Demifacet?

Back

A Costal Demifacet is a half-facet on a vertebra that allows for the articulation of a rib.

Front

What are Intervertebral Discs?

Back

Intervertebral Discs are cartilaginous structures located between vertebrae, providing cushioning and support.

Front

What are Intervertebral Foramina?

Back

Intervertebral Foramina are openings between vertebrae that allow spinal nerves to exit the spinal column.

Front

What is the Lamina of a vertebra?

Back

The Lamina is a part of the vertebral arch that connects the spinous process to the transverse processes.