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What bone marking found on the second cervical vertebra projects superiorly into the anterior portion of the vertebral foramen of the atlas

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Answer:

Odontoid Process

Explanation:

The Axis has a protuberance (process or projection) called the odontoid process. Where it joins the main body of the vertebra, it has a slight constriction or neck. It has an oval or nearly circular facet on its anterior surface for articulation with the anterior arch of the atlas.

Answer:

odontoid process that articulate with concave facet

Explanation:

the concave facet on the anterior arch or C1 to form the atlantoaxial articulation