👉 Vertebrae are bones that make up the spine in humans and other animals, and they are classified into three main groups: vertebral column (vertebrae) and vertebrae within the spinal canal. Each group contains different types of bones and is responsible for supporting the weight of the body. The vertebral column is composed of two sets of vertebral bodies, each containing an intervertebral disc between them. The vertebral column also includes a series of small sacs (vertebra