Cerebrospinal Fluid in CNS
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Cerebrospinal Fluid in CNS

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Where is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) primarily found in the central nervous system (CNS)?

  • In the brainstem
  • In the subarachnoid space and ventricles (correct)
  • Inside the neurons
  • In the white matter of the spinal cord

    • What is the primary characteristic of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) compared to extracellular fluid (ECF) in other parts of the body?

  • It has the same composition as plasma
  • It contains higher amounts of proteins
  • It is a specialized extracellular fluid with a different composition (correct)
  • It is found only in the spinal cord

    • How is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) formed?

  • By passive diffusion only
  • By active transport and passive diffusion across capillary walls (correct)
  • By filtration from blood plasma
  • By secretion from neurons

    • What structure surrounds the brain and spinal cord and is filled with cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?

    <p>Subarachnoid space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the functions of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is correct?

    <p>CSF provides significant support and cushioning for the brain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of brain injury occurs when the brain is driven against the skull following a blow to the opposite side of the head?

    <p>Contrecoup injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

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