What is the purpose of the nucleus pulposus region of intervertebral discs?
a) To compress the vertebral bones
b) To help absorb vertical shock to the spinal column
c) Calcium storage
d) Spinal fluid reservoir
e) Muscle attachment
b
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A) meta-analysis study B) crossover study C) retrospective study D) double-blind study
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is an ascending tract of the spinal cord?
A. Medial reticulospinal tract B. Lateral tectospinal tract C. Ventral corticospinal tract D. Vestibulospinal tract E. Gracile fasciculus