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The Spinal Chord
The spinal cord is a long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the medulla oblongata in the brainstem to the lumbar region of the vertebral column
The Eye
The human eye is a sense organ that reacts to light and allows vision. Rod and cone cells in the retina allow conscious light perception
The Ears
The ear is a complex and delicate organ. It collects sound waves so you can hear the world around you. The ear also has a second function—it helps you keep your balance.