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Question
What is spinal cord? What is its main function?
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Solution
The spinal cord is a part of the central nervous system. It is a cylindrical structure enclosed by a bony cage called the vertebral column. It is responsible for spinal reflex actions and the conduction of nerve impulses to and from the brain.
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