Asked by Cieana Briscoe on Sep 22, 2024
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On the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae, which structures are thin plates that form the posterior portion of the vertebral foramen?
A) Laminae
B) Transverse processes
C) Pedicles
D) Spinous processes
E) Facets
Posterior Portion
The rear part of something, often referring to the back side of the body or an organ.
Vertebral Foramen
The vertebral foramen is the central canal within each vertebra of the spine through which the spinal cord passes.
Laminae
Thin layers or plates of tissue or material, forming part of the structure of plants or animals.
- Identify the structures associated with vertebrae such as laminae, pedicles, and processes.
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Jessica Martinez4 days ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The thin plates that form the posterior portion of the vertebral foramen on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae are called laminae.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the structures associated with vertebrae such as laminae, pedicles, and processes.