In humans, the vertebral column protects the ___________.
A
brain
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B
spinal cord
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C
liver
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D
heart
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Solution
The correct option is B spinal cord The spinal cord contains many important nerves because of which it's protection is vital. It is protected by the vertebral column, a bony structure consisting of 33 bones.