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The spinal column, a series of vertebrae composed of bone, protects a part of the nervous system known as the spinal cord. The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that helps to carry messages to various parts of the body.

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Who has a spinal column?

All animals with a spinal chord have a spinal column to protect it. The spinal column is often referred to as the "back bone", so only vertebrates have one.


Does the ventral protect the spinal column?

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What bones protect the vertebrae?

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What is the role of the vertebral column?

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What body cavity protect the spinal column?

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What system is the vertebrae a part of?

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What is the difference between spinal column and vertebral column?

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What protects the brain and spinal cord?

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What organ protects the spinal cord?

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What units stacked on top of one another make up The spinal column?

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