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Intervertbral disc is found in the verte...

Intervertbral disc is found in the vertebral column of

A

birds

B

reptiles

C

mammals

D

amphibians

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C

Interval discs are found in the vertebral column of mammals. They are present between adjacent vertebrae from second cervial vertebra to the sacrum. The discs form strong joints, allow various movements of the vertebral column and absorb vertical shock.
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