(a)
Identity: atlas
Reason:
- Have anterior articular facets
- Have wing-like transverse processes
- Have a small/ reduced neural spine
(b)
A: Neural canal
B: Transverse process
(c)
- Articulates with the occipital condyles of the skull.
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