acoelous

amphiplatyan

Vertebral centrum with flat ends. Between successive vertebrae there is a fibrocartilaginous intervertebral body with a gel-like core, the nucleus pulposus, which is derived from the embryonic notochord. Acoelous vertebrae seem especially suited to receive and distribute compressive forces within the vertebral column.

Type Bone
Parent Structure bony vertebral centrum
Latin Name amphiplatyan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acoelous?
Vertebral centrum with flat ends. Between successive vertebrae there is a fibrocartilaginous intervertebral body with a gel-like core, the nucleus pulposus, which is derived from the embryonic notochord. Acoelous vertebrae seem especially suited to receive and distribute compressive forces within th
What is the Latin name for the acoelous?
The Latin name for the acoelous is amphiplatyan.

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