TASK DEFINITION: Given a scientific question and its correct answer, generate supporting facts for the answer. This supporting fact can be an explanation for the answer to the given question.
PROBLEM: Question: What preventive measure can protect even young children against diseases such as viral meningitis? Answer: vaccination

SOLUTION: Children as young as 2 years of age can be vaccinated against viral meningitis.

PROBLEM: Question: Name the process of removing wastes from the body. Answer: excretion

SOLUTION: Excretion is the process of removing wastes from the body.

PROBLEM: Question: What rod provides stiffness to counterbalance the pull of muscles? Answer: notochord

SOLUTION:
The notochord lies between the dorsal nerve cord and the digestive tract. It provides stiffness to counterbalance the pull of muscles.