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The vertebral column is the defining and eponymous characteristic of the vertebrate endoskeleton, where the notochord (an elastic collagen -wrapped glycoprotein rod) found in all chordates has been replaced by a segmented series of mineralized irregular bones (or sometimes, cartilages) called vertebrae, separated by fibrocartilaginous interverte...
12 wrz 2023 · The vertebral column is a curved structure of 33 bony vertebrae that protects the spinal cord and enables various movements. Learn about its structure, function, curvatures, joints, ligaments, nerves and vasculature with Kenhub.
13 wrz 2024 · Vertebral column, in vertebrate animals, the flexible column extending from neck to tail, made of bones called vertebrae. The major function of the vertebral column is to protect the spinal cord; it also is an attachment for many muscles.
2 wrz 2024 · The vertebral column (also known as the backbone or the spine), is a column of approximately 33 small bones, called vertebrae. The column runs from the cranium to the apex of the coccyx, on the posterior aspect of the body. It contains and protects the spinal cord.
The vertebral column, or spine, is a flexible hollow structure of 33 vertebrae that protects the spinal cord and supports the body. Learn about its parts, curves, articulations, ossification, and muscle and ligament attachments with diagrams.
10 maj 2022 · The vertebral column is composed of 33 vertebrae separated by fibrocartilaginous intervertebral discs (IV discs) that unite to form a single unit supported by strong joints and ligaments.
8 sie 2023 · The vertebral column (spine) defines the animal subphylum Vertebra, or vertebrates, of the phylum Chordata. In humans, it is composed of 33 vertebrae that include 7 cervical, 12 thoracic, 5 lumbar, 5 sacral, and 4 coccygeal.
