Tutorial title - Verterbrae

4 important questions on Tutorial title - Verterbrae

Why are C1 and C2 special?

C1: Atlas, has large wings and articulates with the occipital bone (YES)
C2: Has odontoid process that would have formed part of C1 (NO)

Why is the C6 bone in the cow slightly different?

It has quadrilateral transverse processes, makes them longer. It is possibly as protection for structures coming through the inlet.

What is the nuchal ligament?

It is a modification of the supraspinous ligament in the neck.
1. Funicular: passively holds up the head
2. Laminar: stabilizes relative locations of the vertebrae
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What happens if the bursae underneath the funicular and laminar ligaments get infected?

Funicular: Poll Evil
Laminar: Fistulous withers

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