The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae allows for

A.

rotatory movement only

B.

up and down or nodding movements only

C.

rotatory and nodding movements

D.

no movement at all

E.

slight movement

Correct answer is A

-The joint between the atlas and axis vertebrae is a PIVOT JOINT.

-The Odontoid Process of the axis acts as a pivot which allow the rotation of the head on the vertebral column.

-Hence; the atlas and the skull together ROTATE about the Odontoid Process.