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How many vertebrae have transverse foramen?

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Final answer:

The transverse foramen is an opening found only in the transverse processes of cervical vertebrae.

Step-by-step explanation:

The transverse foramen is an opening found only in the transverse processes of cervical vertebrae. A typical cervical vertebra has U-shaped transverse processes with a transverse foramen. The function of the transverse foramen is to allow the passage of the vertebral artery and vertebral vein.

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