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What is the function of the meninges in the vertebral column?
What is the function of the meninges in the vertebral column?
- To produce spinal reflexes
- To cover and protect the spinal cord (correct)
- To control motor and sensory functions
- To facilitate movement and prevent friction
Where does the spinal cord begin and end within the vertebral column?
Where does the spinal cord begin and end within the vertebral column?
- Begins at the cervical vertebrae C1 and C2 and ends at the thoracic vertebrae T11 and T12
- Begins at the thoracic vertebrae T1 and T2 and ends at the coccyx
- Begins at the lumbar vertebrae L1 and L2 and ends at the sacrum
- Begins at the base of the brainstem and ends before the lumbar vertebrae L1 and L2 (correct)
What is the function of the cervical nerves?
What is the function of the cervical nerves?
- Control motor and sensory functions of the lower back and legs
- Control autonomic functions of internal organs
- Control motor and sensory functions of the head, neck, shoulder (correct)
- Produce cerebrospinal fluid
What is the role of the material found in the middle of the intervertebral disc?
What is the role of the material found in the middle of the intervertebral disc?
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What is responsible for protecting the body from harmful stimuli by producing spinal reflexes?
What is responsible for protecting the body from harmful stimuli by producing spinal reflexes?
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