Curvatures of the spine serve the body by ________.
A) providing space for soft organs in the various body cavities
B) giving additional springiness and flexibility to the spine which absorbs shock
C) applying greater pressure to the intervertebral disks preventing them from slipping
D) limiting the flexibility of the spine and preventing hyperextension

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The curvatures of the spine play a role in giving additional springiness and flexibility, allowing the spine to absorb shock better. The other choices are not accurate descriptions of the role of spinal curvatures.

Curvatures of the Spine Serve the Body by ________