c6

C6 is a designation used in several different fields to refer to distinct concepts, objects, or forms that share the same alphanumeric label. The specific meaning depends on the context.

In anatomy, C6 denotes the sixth cervical vertebra, one of the bones composing the neck portion of the spine. It is located between the C5 and C7 vertebrae and serves as a structural basis for neck movement and a conduit for nerves that supply the upper limbs. Injuries or conditions affecting C6 can influence shoulder and arm sensation and motor function.

In automotive culture, C6 refers to the Chevrolet Corvette C6, the sixth generation of the Corvette produced from 2005 to 2013. It features a modern design compared with its predecessors and introduced updates in chassis, interior, and performance, continuing the Corvette’s emphasis on high performance and handling.

In music, C6 denotes a C major chord with an added major sixth above the root, typically consisting of the notes C, E, G, and A. The C6 chord is common in many styles and can appear in various voicings and extensions.

In chemistry and biochemistry, C6 is a shorthand used to indicate six-carbon compounds, such as cyclohexane (C6H12) or hexane (C6H14). The term is used in discussions of molecular formulas, hydrocarbon families, and related reactions.

In cell biology, C6 refers to the C6 glioma cell line, a rat brain tumor cell line frequently used in neuroscience and cancer research to study cell behavior, migration, and drug responses.