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QHow many regions is the human vertebral column divided into?

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  • A 6 ✔ ✖
  • B 5 ✔ ✖
  • C 7 ✔ ✖
  • D 4 ✔ ✖
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The human vertebral column is composed of 26 vertebrae that are divided into five different regions. These regions are the cervical region (7 vertebrae), thoracic region (12 vertebrae), lumbar region (5 vertebrae), sacral region (1 fused vertebra), and coccygeal region (1-4 fused vertebrae). Each region has unique features that contribute to its function in supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord.

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