Anatomy and Evolution of the Nervous System
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Which layer of the meninges is the outermost and can be found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems?

  • Arachnoid mater
  • Dura mater (correct)
  • Cerebrospinal fluid
  • Pia mater

What condition can result from the invasion of viruses or bacteria into the layers of the meninges?

  • Meningitis (correct)
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Coma
  • Drowsiness

What are the symptoms of meningitis?

  • Headache and stiffness of the neck
  • Incoherence and drowsiness
  • Coma and death
  • All of the above (correct)

What can cause hydrocephalus?

<p>Blockage of cerebral fluid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the meninges cover?

<p>Both central nervous system and peripheral nerves (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the meninges is the outermost and can be found in both the central and peripheral nervous systems?

<p>Dura mater (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medical condition that can result from the invasion of viruses or bacteria into the layers of the meninges?

<p>Meningitis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms of meningitis?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of arteries mentioned in the text that supply the nervous system?

<p>Vertebral artery and carotid artery (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can result from a blockage of cerebral fluid and is mentioned in the text?

<p>Hydrocephalus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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