Vertebral Column Anatomy

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What is the primary function of the vertebral column?

  • To protect the spinal cord
  • To transmit body weight to the lower limbs
  • To support the skull and upper limbs (correct)
  • To produce blood cells

What lies within the cavity of the vertebral column?

  • The spinal cord, roots of the spinal nerves, and meninges (correct)
  • The roots of the spinal nerves and meninges
  • The vertebral arteries and veins
  • The spinal cord, spinal nerves, and skeletal muscles

What is the role of the vertebral column in relation to body weight?

  • It transmits body weight to the upper limbs
  • It increases body weight
  • It transmits body weight to the lower limbs (correct)
  • It absorbs body weight

What is the vertebral column referred to as?

<p>The central bony pillar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is protected by the vertebral column?

<p>The spinal cord and meninges (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

The Vertebral Column

  • Serves as the central bony pillar of the body
  • Supports various body parts, including: • The skull • Pectoral girdle • Upper limbs • Thoracic cage
  • Enables transmission of body weight to the lower limbs through the pelvic girdle
  • Houses and protects the: • Spinal cord • Roots of spinal nerves • Covering meninges

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