5 Questions
Which is the outermost and strongest membrane that surrounds and protects the brain?
Dura mater
Which membrane adheres closely to the contours of the brain?
Pia mater
What is the name of the space that contains cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and circulates around the brain and spinal cord?
Subarachnoid space
Which part of the brain is the largest portion and is divided into left and right hemispheres?
Cerebrum
Which membrane is described as spiderlike?
Arachnoid
Study Notes
Meninges and Brain Structure
- The outermost and strongest membrane that surrounds and protects the brain is the dura mater.
- The pia mater adheres closely to the contours of the brain.
Cerebrospinal Fluid Circulation
- The subarachnoid space contains cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and circulates around the brain and spinal cord.
Brain Structure
- The cerebrum is the largest portion of the brain and is divided into left and right hemispheres.
Meninges Characteristics
- The arachnoid mater is described as spiderlike.
Test your knowledge on the sectional anatomy of the brain with this quiz. Learn about the meninges, cerebrum, ventricular system, limbic system, diencephalon, brainstem, cerebellum, and cerebral vascular system. Explore a cross section of the meninges in a coronal view.
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