Backbone

This PPT talks all about the Backbone of the human body. All the texts in this PPT are taken from the Science Syllabus of grade 6. It short but understandable.

1. The Backbone of our Body By- Shubhra Agarwal

2. What is the Backbone? The Backbone is a long, rod-like structure running from the neck to the hips of the human body . The scientific name for ‘Backbone’ is Vertebral Column.

3. Parts of the Backbone , s,mz Vertebra (Plural- Vertebrae) Cartilage Disc

4. Vertebra / Vertebrae - The small bones which make up the backbone are called Vertebrae. There are 33 vertebrae in the backbone . Top 7 vertebrae are situated in our neck. Cartilage Discs - Between each vertebra, there are discs of cartilage. They help the backbone to bend easily. Vertebra Cartilage Disc

5. Functions of the Backbone Provides main support to the body. Supports the head at its top. Attaches shoulder bones, ribs and hipbone. 4. Protects the spinal cord . 5. Keeps body erect .

6. By- Shubhra Agarwal 6 A