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Illustration of the human spine
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Illustration of the human spine
Human spine. Illustration of the human spine (also called the backbone or vertebral column) seen from the side, with the rear part of the bones at left. The spine consists of 33 almost cylindrical bones called vertebrae. Seven cervical vertebrae are found in the neck (at top); twelve thoracic vertebrae occur in the region of the ribcage; the lower back has five lumbar vertebrae; the pelvis contains five fused sacral and four fused coccyx vertebrae (at bottom). The vertebral bones are separated from each other by disc-shaped pads of cartilage (blue). The spine supports the trunk and head, and encloses the spinal cord (yellow), which branches into the bodys major nerves (yellow)
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This print showcases a detailed illustration of the human spine, also known as the backbone or vertebral column. From a side view, we can observe the rear part of the bones on the left side. The spine is composed of 33 almost cylindrical bones called vertebrae, each playing a crucial role in supporting our body. Starting from the top, there are seven cervical vertebrae located in the neck region. Moving down towards the ribcage area, twelve thoracic vertebrae can be found. The lower back consists of five lumbar vertebrae while at the bottom lies a fusion of five sacral and four coccyx vertebrae within the pelvis. These individual vertebral bones are separated by disc-shaped pads made of cartilage which appear in an eye-catching blue hue in this artwork. Not only does this intricate structure provide support to our trunk and head but it also encloses and protects our spinal cord - depicted here in vibrant yellow color. Branching out from this vital cord are numerous major nerves that extend throughout our entire body. This stunning image captures both artistry and anatomy simultaneously, offering us an insightful glimpse into one of nature's marvels -the human body's spinal column.
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