ANATOMY
THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN
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Question
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Weight-bearing region of the vertebrae that makes up bulk of the bone’s mass; anterior portion of vertebrae
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body
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transverse process
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spinous process
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vertebral foramen
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The vertebral body is the main weight bearing aspect of the vertebral column, separated by the intervertebral discs (which allow cushioning). The size increases as the vertebrae move caudally, so the lumbar bodies are the largest ones which also bear the most weight.
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