Question

Which of the following is a function of the vertebral column? Select one: a. It supports the weight of the body. b. It allows spinal nerves to exit the spinal cord. c. It serves as a passageway for the cranial nerves. d. It contains numerous foramens for the passageway of blood vessels. e. It protects the brain.

Answer 1

Answer:

b. It allows spinal nerves to exit the spinal cord.

Explanation:

• The vertebral column is an important characteristic of vertebrates.
• The formation of the vertebral column takes place from the notochord in the vertebrate.
• The vertebral column is also known as the spine or generally called the backbone.
• It forms the spinal canal that is responsible to provide protection to the spinal cord.
• The vertebral column is divided into many regions into human beings and some other organisms according to its function and position.
• It has many functions such as protection of the spinal cord, allow passes of spinal nerves and some other.