Question

the first cervical vertebrae (c1) is also referred to as which of the following? a.) atlas b.) lamina c.) dens d.) axis

Explanation:

The first cervical vertebra (C1) is named the Atlas. It supports the head (like Atlas in Greek mythology supported the world). The Axis is C2, the Lamina is a part of vertebrae structure (not a name for C1), and the Dens (odontoid process) is a part of the Axis (C2).

Answer:

A. Atlas