Questions and Answers
Which of the following is true about the blood-brain barrier?
It is impermeable to water-soluble substances such as glucose and amino acids
What are the three continuous sheets of connective tissue covering the spinal cord and brain known as?
Dura mater, arachnoid, pia mater
What is the function of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in the brain?
Acts as a cushion and reduces injury to the brain
How does the presence of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) reduce pressure at the base of the brain?
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What role do meninges play in protecting the brain?
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Study Notes
Blood-Brain Barrier
- The blood-brain barrier is a specialized barrier that separates the brain from the bloodstream, restricting the passage of certain substances.
Meninges
- The three continuous sheets of connective tissue covering the spinal cord and brain are known as meninges.
- Meninges play a crucial role in protecting the brain by acting as a physical barrier against injury and infection.
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a clear, colorless liquid that circulates in the space between the meninges and the brain, and in the ventricles of the brain.
- The function of CSF is to cushion and support the brain, acting as a shock absorber, and to remove waste products from the brain.
- The presence of CSF reduces pressure at the base of the brain by acting as a buoyant force, allowing the brain to float in the CSF, and thereby reducing the weight of the brain on the base of the skull.
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