Vertebrae are separated by cushioning pads known as _____________.
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Between almost all vertebrae are cushion-like discs, also called intervertebral discs. These discs cushion the vertebrae and act as shock absorbers. The intervertebral discs are largest and thickest in the lumbar region, because these vertebrae carry the bulk of the body's weight.
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