The Spinal Column

Question 0

Cervical (C1-C7)

Answer 0

The neck consists of 7 vertebrae (C1-C7)

Question 1

Vertebrae

Answer 1

Irregular bones that make up the spinal column. 33 vertebrae intercalated with intervertebral discs make up the spinal column.

Question 2

Thoracic (T1-T12)

Answer 2

Upper back consists of 12 vertebrae (T1-T12). The 12 thoracic ribs are attached here

Question 3

Lumbar

Answer 3

Lower back consists of 5 fused vertebrae. (S1-S5)

Question 4

Coccyx

Answer 4

Tailbone consists of 4 fused vertebrae.