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This flashcard set delves into the anatomy and functions of the spine and spinal cord, tailored for secondary school students. It explores the structure of the spine, including its vertebrae, intervertebral discs, and the protective canal housing the spinal cord. The set also covers the role of the spine in supporting the body and protecting the brain from shocks, highlighting the importance of its double S-shape. Ideal for students studying biology, this flashcard set provides a comprehensive overview of the spine's components and their functions, making it easier to understand how the spine supports and protects the body.
Flashcards
40
Students
2
Language
English
Category
Biology
Created / Updated
08.02.2026 / 15.03.2026

Flashcards

spine

Wirbelsäule

vertebra / vertebrae

Wirbel

intervertebral disc

Bandscheibe

cartilage

Knorpel

spinal cord

Rückenmark

nerve cord

Nervenstrang

skull

Schädel

support structure

Stützstruktur

shock

Erschütterung

double S-shape

doppelte S-Form

protective canal

Schutzkanal

brain

Gehirn

flexible

beweglich

stable

stabil

Wirbelsäule

spine

Wirbel

vertebrae

Bandscheibe

intervertebral disc

Knorpel

cartilage

Rückenmark

spinal cord

Nervenstrang

nerve cord

Schädel

skull

Stützstruktur

support structure

Erschütterung

shock

doppelte S-Form

double S-shape

Schutzkanal

protective canal

Gehirn

brain

beweglich

flexible

stabil

stable

What is the main function of the spine?

It supports the body and protects the spinal cord

What does the spine support?

The skull

Why can humans walk upright?

Because the spine supports the body

How many vertebrae does the human spine consist of?

Over 30 vertebrae

What shape does the spine form when viewed from the side?

A double S-shape

What is the function of the S-shape of the spine?

It cushions shocks when walking

Where are the intervertebral discs located?

Between the vertebrae

What are intervertebral discs made of?

A water-containing cartilage substance

Why can vertebrae move against each other?

Because intervertebral discs create space between them

What protects the brain from shocks?

The curved shape of the spine and the discs

What lies inside the protective canal of the vertebrae?

The spinal cord

What is the spinal cord?

A nerve cord connecting the brain to the body

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