Thoracic vertebrae differ from the other vertebrae in that they have ________.
A) transverse foramina
B) no intervertebral discs
C) costal facets
D) no transverse processes

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Thoracic vertebrae have costal facets on their bodies for articulation with the ribs, which is a distinguishing feature from other vertebrae. They do have intervertebral discs and transverse processes, but they do not have transverse foramina like the cervical vertebrae do.

Thoracic Vertebrae Differ from the Other Vertebrae in That They