An abnormal lateral curvature of the spine is called
A)lordosis.
B)kyphosis.
C)hunchback.
D)scoliosis.

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Scoliosis is the only option that refers to a lateral (sideways) curvature of the spine. Lordosis refers to an exaggerated inward curve of the spine, while kyphosis refers to an exaggerated outward curve (often seen in the upper back). "Hunchback" is a non-medical term that could refer to either lordosis or kyphosis.

An Abnormal Lateral Curvature of the Spine Is Called