Asked by Ethan Skarzenski on May 07, 2024
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Before fusion of the sacrum and coccyx, most children have 33 separate bones in the vertebral column.
Sacrum And Coccyx
The sacrum is a large, triangular bone at the base of the spine, above the coccyx or tailbone, which is a small, triangular bone at the very bottom of the spinal column.
Vertebral Column
The series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the small of the back, encasing the spinal cord and providing support to the body.
- Acquire knowledge about the count and varieties of vertebrae in the human backbone.
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Patrice JohnsonMay 13, 2024
Final Answer :
True
Explanation :
The vertebral column in most individuals consists of 33 separate bones before the fusion of the sacrum and coccyx.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the count and varieties of vertebrae in the human backbone.