The Strong Man

The strong man, often called a notochord, is a flexible, rod-like structure present in the early stages of many animals' development, including vertebrates. It provides structural support and acts as a scaffold for the developing body. In vertebrates, the notochord is replaced by the spine during development, but it plays a crucial role in guiding the proper formation of the nervous system and skeletal structure. The notochord is essential for embryonic development, helping shape the body and ensuring the proper arrangement of tissues.