I WONDER - What Shape Is The Spine?

I WONDER - What Shape Is The Spine?

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Health Sciences, Biology

KG - 6th Grade

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The video explains the anatomy of the human spine, highlighting its natural S-shaped curve. This shape is crucial for absorbing shock, maintaining balance, and distributing body weight evenly. The cervical and lumbar regions exhibit a slight inward curve known as lordosis, while the thoracic and sacral regions have a gentle outward curve called kyphosis.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the term used for the slight inward curve in certain regions of the spine?

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What is the curve called that is present in the thoracic and sacral regions of the spine?

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