Question

What is a function of the spinal cord ?

A.It allows the back to be flexible and move at different angles
B.It helps the spine provide structural support for the body
C.It transmits information between different parts of the nervous system
D.It produces hormones to send chemical signals throughout the body

Answer 1

The answer is C.It transmits information between different parts of the nervous system

Step-by-step explanation:

The spinal cord is the part of the nervous system that transmits messages to and from the brain. It is found inside the vertebrae, which are the bone discs that form the spine. Normally, the vertebrae protect the spinal cord. The spinal cord is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses at thirty-one pair of spinal nerves, communicating the brain with the body.