Figure 6.4

Using the above-referenced figures of the anatomy of a typical vertebra (superior, lateral and slightly inferior, and inferior views)and the arrangement of articulations between vertebrae, identify the specified labeled part in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure indicated by Label R.
A) Superior articular process
B) Transverse process
C) Inferior articular process
D) Spinous process
E) Lamina

Question

Figure 6.4
  
Using the above-referenced figures of the anatomy of a typical vertebra (superior, lateral and slightly inferior, and inferior views)and the arrangement of articulations between vertebrae, identify the specified labeled part in each of the following questions.
-Identify the structure indicated by Label R.
A) Superior articular process 
B) Transverse process 
C) Inferior articular process 
D) Spinous process 
E) Lamina

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The superior articular process is a projection on the vertebra that serves as a point of articulation with the adjacent vertebra.

Figure 6.4 Using the Above-Referenced Figures of the Anatomy of a Typical