The laminae of the vertebrae
A) are major components of the vertebral arches.
B) are where the ribs attach.
C) lie ventral to the vertebral foramen.
D) occur in two pairs, so there are four of them.

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The laminae are major components of the vertebral arches, which form the posterior part of the vertebrae and enclose and protect the spinal cord. They are not where the ribs attach and do not lie ventral to the vertebral foramen. While each vertebra typically has two laminae (one on the left and one on the right), they are not usually referred to as occurring in pairs.

The Laminae of the Vertebrae