Asked by Parker Jackson on Jul 06, 2024
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Ventral rami of some spinal nerves join with each other to form a ________.
A) ganglion
B) dermatome
C) cord
D) plexus
E) nerve
Ventral Rami
Ventral rami refer to the branches of spinal nerves that emerge from the anterior portion of the spinal cord, responsible for innervating the anterior and lateral parts of the trunk and limbs.
Plexus
A network of nerves or vessels in the body.
- Recognize the principal nerve networks and the regions they supply with nerves.
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Zybrea KnightJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Ventral rami of some spinal nerves join with each other to form a plexus, which is a network of interlacing nerve fibers. This allows for the redistribution of fibers from various spinal nerves, contributing to the formation of peripheral nerves that innervate specific areas of the body.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the principal nerve networks and the regions they supply with nerves.