Question

The spinal cord lies inside the

• A. Skull
• B. Pelvic bones
• C. Vertebrae
• D. Shoulder bones

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Vertebrae

Correct option is:
Explanation for correct option (C):

1. The spinal cord is a part of the nervous system which is protected inside the vertebral column/ vertebrae.
2. The spinal cord or nerve cord is a part of the nervous system, it passes through the hole present in the center of the vertebrae.

Explanation for incorrect options:
Option (A):

1. The skull is a part of the skeletal system that protects the brain.

Option (B):

1. The pelvic bones are part of the pelvic girdle that protects some of the reproductive, digestive, and excretory organs.

Option (D):

1. The shoulder bones are part of the pectoral girdle and it consists of the scapula and clavicle.

Final answer: The spinal cord lies inside the vertebrae.