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A pic of cushions of cartilage between the vertebrae of the spine?

The cushions of cartilage between the vertebrae of the spine are called intervertebral discs. These discs act as shock absorbers and help provide flexibility and cushioning between the vertebrae. They consist of a tough outer layer called the annulus fibrosus and a gel-like inner core called the nucleus pulposus.


What cushions vertebrae?

A disc. The circular cushions between the vertebrae are called discs. It can also be spelt disks.


How are discs between the vertebrae described?

The discs between the vertebrate are actually made of cartilage, though I am not sure exactly what they are called, or if they have an actual name. But yes, they are made of cartilage and prevent the buildup of friction, which could wear away the bones. Osteoporosis is a dysfunction in which the body's bones lose calcium and get smaller, and can be caused by the decrease in size of these discs.


Are The intervertebral discs that cushion the spine and absorb shock are composed of fibrocartilage?

Yes, the intervertebral discs are composed of fibrocartilage. This type of cartilage is tough and flexible, allowing it to withstand compressive forces and provide cushioning between the vertebrae in the spine.


Flat round plate like cartilagenous structure between vertebrae?

Intervertebral discs are flat round plate-like structures located between vertebrae in the spine. They act as shock absorbers, provide flexibility, and facilitate movement of the spine. The discs consist of a tough outer layer called the annulus fibrosus and a gel-like center called the nucleus pulposus.

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What is the difference between compact discs and digital versatile discs?

what is difference between compact discs and digital versalite discs


What are the discs of fibrocartilage between the articulating surfaces of the knee called?

They are called Menisci. Also called shock abrosbing pads.


What are the names of the fibrocartilage pads between adjacent bodies of the vertebrae?

The fibrocartilage pads between adjacent bodies of the vertebrae are called intervertebral discs. These discs act as cushions, shock absorbers, and allow for flexibility and movement in the spine.


Do Blu-ray discs have region codes?

Yes.


Pads of are located between the vertebrae?

The pads of are located between the vertebrae are called intervertebral discs. These discs act as shock absorbers and provide cushioning between the vertebrae to support the spine's flexibility and movement. Over time, these discs can degenerate, leading to conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.


What is region 1 and region 2?

Region 1 is the geographical region code assigned to the United States and Canada for DVD and Blu-ray discs. Region 2 is the region code assigned to Europe, Japan, the Middle East, Egypt, South Africa, and Greenland for DVD and Blu-ray discs. These region codes restrict where the discs can be played based on the player's region code compatibility.


What game manufacturers region lock their discs?

The U.S have region locked games, the same with Asia.


Where are the intervertebral discs located?

the lumbar region (lower back)


Is there a gap in season 4 discs 4 and 5 OF Gilmore Girls?

No, there is not a gap between discs 4 & 5. No, there is not a gap between discs 4 & 5.


What is the junctions between cardiac muscle cells?

Desmosomes and gap junctions But, more specifically...the junctions found in Cardiac muscles are called "Intercalated Discs" singular: INTERCALATED DISC plural: INTERCALATED DISCS


What is the junction between cardiac cells?

Desmosomes and gap junctions But, more specifically...the junctions found in Cardiac muscles are called "Intercalated Discs" singular: INTERCALATED DISC plural: INTERCALATED DISCS


What are the upper cervical discs?

The discs of cartilage between the vertebrae in the upper part of the neck.