Biology 2010 Student Edition

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 9780133669510
ISBN 13: 978-0-13366-951-0

Chapter 32, Skeletal, Muscular, and Integumentary Systems - Assessment - 32.1 The Skeletal System - Understand Key Concepts/Think Critically - Page 942: 9

Answer

The rubbery cartilage that is found between the vertebra of the spinal column probably protect the bones and cushion them to absorb shock that may damage the bone.

Work Step by Step

The rubbery cartilage that is found between the vertebra of the spinal column probably protect the bones and cushion them to absorb shock that may damage the bone.
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