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Human Brain Anatomy

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What is the primary function of the cerebrospinal fluid in relation to the brain?

To store and process sensory information
To provide buoyancy and protection to the brain (correct)
To transmit nerve signals between different parts of the brain
To regulate the body's autonomic functions

Which ventricle is located between the pons and cerebellum?

Lateral ventricle
Third ventricle
Fourth ventricle (correct)
Central canal

What is the approximate daily production and absorption of cerebrospinal fluid by the brain?

1000 ml/day
2000 ml/day
500 ml/day (correct)
100 ml/day

What is the main function of the choroid plexus of capillaries in the brain?

To filter blood and produce cerebrospinal fluid (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?

To coordinate muscle movement (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the arachnoid villi in the brain?

To absorb cerebrospinal fluid into the venous sinus (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of an incision completely through the corpus callosum on the patient?

It would affect the transmission of nerve signals between the two hemispheres of the brain (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ependymal cells in the brain?

To line the ventricles and canals (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the composition of cerebrospinal fluid compared to plasma?

It has more Na+ and Cl- but less K+ and Ca+2 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cerebral aqueduct in the brain?

To connect the third and fourth ventricles (B) Signup and view all the answers

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