Question

How does the structure of vertebrate aid in their function

Answer 1

Vertebrae contain number of vertebral column together forms spine.

Vertebrae contains vertebral foramen, passage for spinal canal, it protects spinal cord and meninges.

Facets of vertebrae gives place for attachment for rib cage and it supports and holds the rib cage in position.

As it is having spinous processes it gives opportunity for attachment of number of muscles.

Structure of the Vertebrae serves as body's weight bearing.

Sacrum of spine supports and forms joints with hip bones and supports pelvic girdle.