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Which type of cells in the cerebral cortex have a long axis vertical to the surface?
Which type of cells in the cerebral cortex have a long axis vertical to the surface?
- Stellate cells
- Fusiform cells (correct)
- Pyramidal cells
- Horizontal cells of Cajal
What is the thickness of the cerebral cortex?
What is the thickness of the cerebral cortex?
- 10 billion neurons
- Over crest of gyrus
- 1.5-4.5mm (correct)
- Depth of sulcus
Which cells in the cerebral cortex are polygonal in shape and have multiple branching dendrites?
Which cells in the cerebral cortex are polygonal in shape and have multiple branching dendrites?
- Stellate cells (correct)
- Horizontal cells of Cajal
- Pyramidal cells
- Fusiform cells
Where are the horizontal cells of Cajal located in the cortex?
Where are the horizontal cells of Cajal located in the cortex?
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What is the function of fusiform cells in the cerebral cortex?
What is the function of fusiform cells in the cerebral cortex?
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Study Notes
Cerebral Cortex Structure
- Pyramidal cells in the cerebral cortex have a long axis vertical to the surface.
Cerebral Cortex Characteristics
- The thickness of the cerebral cortex is approximately 2-3 mm.
Cell Types in Cerebral Cortex
- Polygonal cells with multiple branching dendrites are also found in the cerebral cortex.
Location of Horizontal Cells
- Horizontal cells of Cajal are located in the molecular layer of the cortex.
Function of Fusiform Cells
- Fusiform cells in the cerebral cortex function as interneurons, providing lateral inhibition and regulating the activity of surrounding pyramidal cells.
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Test your knowledge on the structure and functional localization of the cerebral cortex in this quiz. Learn about the gray matter, gyri, sulci, and more.
