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Hyoid & Vertebrae
Hyoid bone and vertebral column review
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is unique about the hyoid bone? | It does not articulate with any other bone in the human skeleton. |
| What is the hyoid bone suspended from? | the "styloid process" |
| What is the function of the hyoid bone | Supports the tongue and provides attachment sites for some of the muscles. |
| Between each Vertebrae is a compressible mass of ------- called an ----------- | Fibrocartilage........... Intervetebral disc |
| newborn children have only ----- convex curvature | single |
| Importance of curves: | 1.Curves offer added strength to column 2.Help maintain balance during upright posture 3.Help absorb shock during running, jumping, and walking |
| How many cervical vertebrae are there? | 7 |
| How many thoracic vertebrae are there? | 12 |
| How many lumbar vertebrae are there? | 5 |
| What is the bone right at he base of the spine | sacrum |
| Sacrum is the result of the fusion of how many vertebrae? | 5 |
| What is the purpose of foramina? | Passes nerves and blood vessels. |