spinous
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The fused spinous processes form the median sacral crest, while the lateral sacral crest arises from the fused transverse processes.
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Figure 7.26 Thoracic Vertebrae A typical thoracic vertebra is distinguished by the spinous process, which is long and projects downward to overlap the next inferior vertebra.
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The supraspinous ligament connects the spinous processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae.
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The supraspinous ligament is located on the posterior side of the vertebral column, where it interconnects the spinous processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae.
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The most marked characteristic of the dorsal vertebræ is furnished by the spinous processes.
From Artistic Anatomy of Animals by ?douard Cuyer
