7.27 The Coccyx
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What are the two functions of the coccyx?
- Serves as an attachment site for a number of ligaments - Serves as an attachment site for a muscle that constricts the anal opening
When do the coccygeal vertebrae begin fusing?
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How many coccygeal vertebrae are there?
3 - 5 fused vertebrae
What is a structure found on the coccyx?
The coccygeal cornua
Where is the coccyx located?
The tailbone
