Answer :
Final answer:
A 'broken' disc is not an actual medical condition related to intervertebral discs, making it the correct answer to the question about which is NOT a disc condition.So, the correct answer is option a).
Explanation:
The student is asking about conditions affecting intervertebral discs, which are crucial to the structure and function of the spinal column. Bulging, herniated, and degenerative discs are real medical conditions affecting the spine.
A bulging disc is when a disc protrudes out from its usual space, a herniated disc occurs when the inner gel-like nucleus pushes through the outer layer, and degenerative disc disease refers to the normal changes in the discs as one ages. However, 'broken' is not a term typically used to describe a condition of a disc; hence it is not a disc condition.
A disc cannot technically 'break' like a bone does. Instead, discs might tear or rupture, as part of the herniation process. The integrity of the disc can be compromised leading to conditions like herniation, as mentioned earlier.The correct answer to the question 'Which of the following is NOT a disc condition?' is a. Broken.
