Question

(9/19/25) summative assessment assignment
what bones protect the spinal cord?
○ ribs
○ coxal bones
○ vertebrae
○ sternum

Explanation:

The spinal cord is a vital part of the nervous - system. It is protected by the vertebral column, which is made up of individual vertebrae. Ribs protect the heart and lungs, coxal bones form part of the pelvis, and the sternum is part of the rib - cage structure.

Answer:

C. vertebrae