All of the following are true of the nucleus pulposus except:
A) It is the axis of motion for the functional units of the spine.
B) It takes on and/or releases water in response to compressive loads.
C) It is centrally aligned within the annulus fibrosis at all levels of the spine to provide uniform shock absorption.
D) It is covered superiorly and inferiorly by a cartilaginous endplate.

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The nucleus pulposus is not centrally aligned within the annulus fibrosis at all levels of the spine; its position can vary, especially in the lumbar region where it is often more posterior.

All of the Following Are True of the Nucleus Pulposus