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Why are cervical vertebrae smaller and lighter than lumbar and thoracic vertebrae? Othey carry less weight than the othe
Posted: Mon May 23, 2022 2:06 pm
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Why are cervical vertebrae smaller and lighter than lumbar and thoracic vertebrae? Othey carry less weight than the other regions Othey carry the most weight O the spinal cord doesn't start until T1 so there is no need for spinal cord protection they hold the major organs so they can have more protection Othey have to protect the upper portion of the spinal cord 2 pts