WAEC Biology 2004 Question 19

Question 19

Nervous Coordination

Which of the following structures occupies the neural canal of the vertebral column?

  1. A.cerebellum
  2. B.hypothalamus
  3. C.medulla oblongata
  4. D.spinal cord
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Answer: D (spinal cord)

Explanation

The spinal cord runs through the neural canal of the vertebrae, which protect it. The other structures are in the skull.