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ZOO 101 Skeleton and Supporting Systems Objective Question

Question

What are the compressible pads found between consecutive vertebrae called?
Options
A Ligaments
B Tendons
C Intervertebral discs
Correct Answer
D Synovial fluid
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Compressible cartilage pads called intervertebral discs are found between consecutive vertebrae.

Hint

They act as shock absorbers and allow flexibility.

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