The range of motion as well as the direction of motion for the various regions of the spine differs. For example the lumbar spine is capable of flexion and extension but little rotational movement
While the thoracic spine rotates with little flexion or extension. This is due to variation in ________.
A) the orientation of the superior and inferior articular facets
B) the composition of the intervertebral disks
C) the arrangement of muscular attachment to the spinous processes
D) the thickness of the intervertebral disc
A
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?A. increased; high ?B. increased; low ?C. decreased; high ?D. decreased; low
The most delicate of the meninges consists of elastic and collagen fibers and is known as the
A. pia mater. B. dura mater. C. falx cerebri. D. arachnoid mater.
Baroreceptors are important for the regulation of __________
Fill in the blank with correct words.
Which of the following is a function of synovial fluid?
a. lubricates the joint b. provides nutrients for the articular cartilage c. absorbs shock within the joint d. All of these are correct.