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What is the primary function of the cerebrospinal fluid in relation to the brain?
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?
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?
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?
What is the main function of the choroid plexus of capillaries in the brain?
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
What is the function of the arachnoid villi in the brain?
What is the function of the arachnoid villi in the brain?
What is the effect of an incision completely through the corpus callosum on the patient?
What is the effect of an incision completely through the corpus callosum on the patient?
What is the function of the ependymal cells in the brain?
What is the function of the ependymal cells in the brain?
What is the composition of cerebrospinal fluid compared to plasma?
What is the composition of cerebrospinal fluid compared to plasma?
What is the function of the cerebral aqueduct in the brain?
What is the function of the cerebral aqueduct in the brain?