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Vertebra

By Anne Asher, About.com

Updated October 12, 2006

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The vertebra is a bone of the spine.

The vertebra is a bone of the spine.

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Definition: One of a series of 26 bones that makes up the spine.

Together, the 26 vertebrae make up the vertebral column. The vertebral column is movable, and provides protection and support to body structures.

Also Known As: spinal bone
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