Spinal cord is a cylindrical structure. It begins in continuation with the medulla oblongata of brain and extends downwards upto early part of lumbar region. Internally the spinal cord possesses a narrow fluid filled cavity called central canal. Spinal cord is enclosed in vertebral column or backbone which protects it.

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