The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae allows for
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rotatory movement only
- up and down or nodding movements only
- rotatory and nodding movements
- no movement at all
- slight movement
The correct answer is: A
Explanation
-The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae is a PIVOT JOINT.
-The Odontoid Process of the axis acts as a pivot which allow the rotation of the head on the vertebral column.
-Hence; the atlas and the skull together ROTATE about the Odontoid Process.