Question

Name the 26 vertebrae

Answer 1

Answer: See explanations below

Explanation:

The vertebral column is formed by 33 vertebrae, being 24 pre-sacral (cervical, thoracic and lumbar), five sacral vertebrae and the coccyx, which is formed by four vertebrae.

Seven cervical vertebrae: provide head support;

Twelve thoracic vertebrae: provide support for the thoracic cavity and are connected to the ribs;

Five lumbar vertebrae: provide support for the abdominal cavity and also provide movement between the thoracic and pelvis;

Sacred: It consists of five fused vertebrae and joins the spine to the pelvic girdle;

Coccyx: Consists of four vertebrae and ensures support of the pelvic floor.