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JAMB Biology 1979 Question 8

Question 8

Support and Movement

Which of the structures listed below is peculiar to the Axis vertebra?

  1. A.Odontoid process
  2. B.Anterior zygapophysis
  3. C.Posterior zygapophysis
  4. D.Lateral spine
  5. E.Centrum
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Answer: A (Odontoid process)

Explanation

Only the axis has the peg-like odontoid process, which fits into the atlas and lets the head turn.