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SPINES
Spines are defensive structures found in both plants and animals characterized by sharp, pointed projections. In plants, spines are typically modified leaves or parts of the vascular tissue from the stem. These modifications result in hard, discoloured spikes that extend outward, such as those seen on cacti. In vertebrate animals, spines are usually modified hairs composed of hard keratin. In aquatic creatures like fish and underwater invertebrates, such as sea urchins, spines may contain venom, which can be harmful or even lethal to predators.
In another context, the spine is a key component of the vertebrate central nervous system. In humans, it evolved to support an upright posture, a feat no other animal has achieved to the same extent. This unique adaptation has enabled humans to stand and move upright more than any other mammalian species, allowing our gaze to evolve from the ground to the sky. The spine, which supports our vertic…
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SPINES
Spines are defensive structures found in both plants and animals characterized by sharp, pointed projections. In plants, spines are typically modified leaves or parts of the vascular tissue from the stem. These modifications result in hard, discoloured spikes that extend outward, such as those seen on cacti. In vertebrate animals, spines are usually modified hairs composed of hard keratin. In aquatic creatures like fish and underwater invertebrates, such as sea urchins, spines may contain venom, which can be harmful or even lethal to predators.
In another context, the spine is a key component of the vertebrate central nervous system. In humans, it evolved to support an upright posture, a feat no other animal has achieved to the same extent. This unique adaptation has enabled humans to stand and move upright more than any other mammalian species, allowing our gaze to evolve from the ground to the sky. The spine, which supports our vertic…
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