How does thoracic vertebrae 12 different from the other vertebrae?

A) There are two foramina on vertebrae 11 and 12.
B) The orientation of the articular processes is different from the other vertebrae.
C) The transverse processes do not have the facets that articulate with the tubercles of the ribs.
D) The spinous process is absent on vertebrae 11 and 12.


C
Explanation:
A) There are not two foramina on vertebrae 11 and 12.
B) The processes are called transverse processes.
D) The spinous process is not absent on vertebrae 11 and 12.

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