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Demifacets present at :-...

Demifacets present at `:-`

A

Thoracic vertebra

B

Lumbar vertebra

C

Sacral vertebra

D

Cervical vertebra except `C_(7)`

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Demifacets**: - A demifacet is defined as half of a facet, which is a flat or nearly flat surface on a bone. In the context of vertebrae, demifacets are associated with the articulation of ribs. 2. **Identifying Vertebrae Types**: - There are four types of vertebrae mentioned: thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and cervical (excluding C7). 3. **Thoracic Vertebrae**: - There are 12 thoracic vertebrae (T1 to T12). Each of these vertebrae has facets on their bodies and transverse processes that articulate with the ribs. 4. **Role of Demifacets**: - The head of a rib articulates with two thoracic vertebrae through the costal demifacets. This means that the demifacets are specifically present on the thoracic vertebrae to facilitate this connection. 5. **Other Vertebrae**: - **Lumbar Vertebrae**: There are 5 lumbar vertebrae, which do not have demifacets as they do not articulate with ribs. - **Sacral Vertebrae**: The sacral vertebrae form a triangular bone and are fused, also lacking demifacets. - **Cervical Vertebrae**: The cervical vertebrae (except C7) have transverse foramina but do not have demifacets. 6. **Conclusion**: - Based on the information discussed, demifacets are present only in the thoracic vertebrae. ### Final Answer: - **Demifacets are present at thoracic vertebrae.**
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