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QWhat is the name of the central hollow portion found in each vertebra?

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  • A Spinal canal ✔ ✖
  • B Vertebral canal ✔ ✖
  • C Neural canal ✔ ✖
  • D Axial canal ✔ ✖
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The vertebral column of humans consists of 26 vertebrae, and each vertebra has a central hollow portion called the neural canal. This canal is responsible for housing and protecting the spinal cord, which is a crucial component of the nervous system. The spinal cord carries signals between the brain and the rest of the body, enabling functions such as movement, sensation, and organ control.

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