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Anatomy Chapter 14
Spine
| What is a spinal nerve? | 1 of 31 nerves connecting to the spinal cord |
| Spinal cord gross anatomy | spinal cord ranges from 42-45 cm (16-18 inches). Depending on the persons height. Extends from the foramen magnum, to approximately the level of the L1 vertebra |
| List the regions of the spinal cord | cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal |
| Give the name of the protective coverings of the spinal cord | Meninges |
| True or False. The spinal dura mater has the same structure as the cranial dura mater. | False. The spinal dura mater consists of a single layer of connective tissue while the cranial has two |
| How many spinal nerves are there ? | 31 |