Quiz for:
Anatomy and Function of Spine

Question 1

What defines the superior and inferior articular processes of vertebrae?

Question 2

What percentage of the spinal column length is made up by intervertebral discs?

Question 3

What type of motion is extremely limited in the thoracic spine due to the structure of its vertebrae?

Question 4

What is the primary function of the body of a vertebra?

Question 5

Which vertebra is characterized by the presence of the 'dens'?

Question 6

Where are the transverse processes located in vertebrae?

Question 7

What characteristic of the lumbar spine allows for greater mobility?

Question 8

What anatomical feature allows the cervical spine to absorb shock from the head and gait while walking?

Question 9

What is the primary role of ligaments in the spine?

Question 10

What anatomical structure is most commonly associated with disc herniations?

Question 11

Which spine section has the smallest vertebrae?

Question 12

Which vertebra is easily palpable when the neck is bent over?

Question 13

Which types of motion are allowable in the cervical spine?

Question 14

Which vertebra does not have a vertebral body and allows for head flexion and extension?

Question 15

What joint is formed by the articulation of L5 with another bone?