The Vertebral column Flashcards
1
Q
Cervical vertebrae
A
7 bones
Form the neck and allow variety of movement
2
Q
Thoracic vertebrae
A
12 bones
Ten of them raise a pair of ribs each when you breathe
3
Q
Lumbar vertebrae
A
5 bones
Discs are relatively large which gives you more movement
4
Q
Sacral vertebrae
A
5 fused bones
Works with the hip bones
5
Q
Coccygeal vertebrae
A
Four fused bones
Form the coccyx
