10 Questions
What are the features of the spinal cord?
White matter, gray matter, central canal
What do the spinal meninges provide?
Protection, physical stability, shock absorption
What is continuous with the spinal meninges?
Cranial (cerebral) meninges
What is the function of the dorsal root ganglion?
Contains cell bodies of sensory neurons
Which part of the spinal cord contains the anterior median fissure?
White matter
What specialized membranes provide protection, physical stability, and shock absorption for the spinal cord?
Spinal meninges
Which part of the spinal cord contains the dorsal root ganglion?
Dorsal root
What is the function of the gray matter in the spinal cord?
Integration of sensory and motor information
Which part of the spinal cord is responsible for conducting nerve impulses between the brain and the rest of the body?
White matter
What is the structure that contains cerebrospinal fluid in the spinal cord?
Central canal
Test your knowledge of the gross anatomy of the spinal cord with this quiz. Identify features such as white matter, gray matter, central canal, anterior median fissure, and posterior median sulcus. This quiz is based on a lecture presentation by Steven Bassett and is designed for students studying the nervous system.
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