Spinal cord and Peripheral nerves

Front

What is contained inside the subarachnoid space?

Back

Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) is contained inside the subarachnoid space, providing cushioning and protection for the spinal cord.

Front

Which spinal tract carries sensory information of proprioception and discriminating touch?

Back

The Cuneate Fasciculus carries sensory information related to proprioception and discriminating touch.

Front

How many pairs of spinal nerves are in the cervical region?

Back

There are 8 pairs of spinal nerves in the cervical region.

Front

What is the name of the spinal nerve covering that covers nerve bundles?

Back

The covering that surrounds nerve bundles is called the Perineurium.

Front

What space of the spinal cord is located between the vertebra and the dura mater?

Back

The space located between the vertebra and the dura mater is called the Epidural space.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

The spinal cord transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body, and it also coordinates reflexes.

Front

What are the three main layers of the meninges?

Back

The three main layers of the meninges are the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.

Front

What is the role of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?

Back

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) cushions the brain and spinal cord, removes waste, and provides nutrients.

Front

What is the difference between sensory and motor neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system, while motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

Front

What is the function of the dorsal root of a spinal nerve?

Back

The dorsal root of a spinal nerve carries sensory information from the body to the spinal cord.