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    What Is the Purpose of the Nucleus Pulposus
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What Is the Purpose of the Nucleus Pulposus

Question 47

Question 47

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What is the purpose of the nucleus pulposus?


A) to compress the vertebral bones
B) to absorb vertical shock
C) calcium storage
D) spinal fluid reservoir
E) muscle attachment

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