Kartik was surprised to know that the cause of back pain was his sitting posture. Knowing
his curiosity, doctor explained him the functions of backbone. Kartik realized his mistake
and decided to correct his sitting posture:
a. Write down the main functions of the backbone.
b. Backbone is a single bone. Do you agree? Explain.
Answers
Answer:
○●•The major function of the vertebral column is protection of the spinal cord; it also provides stiffening for thebody and attachment for the pectoral and pelvic girdles and many muscles. In humans an additional function is to transmit body weight in walking and standing•●○
○●•The vertebral column is not made of a single bone because a single bone cannot bend. If it would have been made of a single bone, the body could not have shown the movement. Hence, it is the series of vertebrae that extend from the cranium to the coccyx. These bones makes the spine present in it flexible.•●○
Explanation:
Answer:-
☞The major function of the vertebral column is protection of the spinal cord; it also provides stiffening for thebody and attachment for the pectoral and pelvic girdles and many muscles. In humans an additional function is to transmit body weight in walking and standing.