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Structure Intervertebral Disc Annulus Fibrosus Strong Outer Covering

Front Structure of an intervertebral disc
Back Annulus Fibrosus:
.strong, outer covering made up of fibrous cartilage
.holds the successive vertebrae together

Nucleus Pulposus:
.inner semi-fluid material
.gives elasticity and compressibility

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