Question

The intervertebral discs are pads of cartilage placed between two adjacent vertebrae; the regions of the vertebrae that are in contact with these pads are

• A. Centra
• B. Articulating facets
• C. Spinous processes
• D. Transverse processes

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Centra

The central portion of a vertebra is called as the centrum. Its upper and lower surfaces are flattened and rough and provide support for the attachment to the intervertebral discs. The intervertebral disc functions to separate the vertebrae from each other and protect the surface from the shock absorption.