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A vertebra having convexity both in front and behind is

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Acoelous
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Procoelus
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Amphicoelous
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Amphiplatyon
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Solution

The correct option is A Acoelous
  • The vertebral column is formed by serially arranged units called vertebrae and is dorsally placed is dorsally placed. Each vertebra has a central hollow portion (neural canal) through which the spinal cord passes.
  • A vertebra having convexity both in front and behind is called acoelous vertebra.
  • Mammals are acoelous
  • So, the correct answer is 'Acoelous'

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