JAMB Biology 1982 Question 19

Question 19

Support and Movement

Which vertebra has a projection called odontoid process?

  1. A.Atlas
  2. B.Axis
  3. C.Thoracic
  4. D.Lumbar
  5. E.Caudal.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Axis)

Explanation

The axis (second neck vertebra) has the odontoid peg on which the atlas turns.