The axis bone is located in the neck
and is significant because it is the second upper-most vertebra.
(It is therefore obvious in the upper of the two diagrams to the right
- it is shown immediately to the left of the hyoid
bone.)
Location:
The second vertebra, immediately below the atlas
bone.
Function(s):
Allows rotation of the head.
Other related pages include Structure
and Functions of Bones (generally),
Disorders
of the Skeletal System and Bones
of the Arms & Legs.
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