Question

question 20 (1.3 points) when the gelatinous core of the intervertebral disc breaks through and protrude into the vertebral canal and compress spinal nerves, this is called a degenerative disc herniated disc torn disc bulging disc

Explanation:

When the gel - like core of an intervertebral disc breaks through and protrudes into the vertebral canal compressing spinal nerves, it is called a herniated disc. A bulging disc is when the disc bulges but the core doesn't break through. A torn disc is a more general term and not as specific as herniated in this context. A degenerative disc refers to age - or wear - related changes in the disc rather than the specific event of the core breaking through.

Answer:

herniated disc