Spinal Cord

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What are dorsal roots?

Back

Dorsal roots are the sensory nerve fibers that carry information from the body to the spinal cord.

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What is the central canal?

Back

The central canal is a small, fluid-filled space in the center of the spinal cord that contains cerebrospinal fluid.

Front

What are ventral roots?

Back

Ventral roots are the motor nerve fibers that carry signals from the spinal cord to the muscles.

Front

What is the posterior median sulcus?

Back

The posterior median sulcus is a groove that runs along the back of the spinal cord, separating the two halves.

Front

What is the pia mater?

Back

The pia mater is the delicate innermost layer of the meninges that closely envelops the spinal cord.

Front

What is the dura mater?

Back

The dura mater is the tough outer layer of the meninges that provides protection to the spinal cord.

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What is the subarachnoid space?

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The subarachnoid space is the area between the arachnoid mater and pia mater that contains cerebrospinal fluid.

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What is the function of the spinal cord?

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

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What are spinal nerves?

Back

Spinal nerves are mixed nerves that carry both sensory and motor information to and from the spinal cord.

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What is the role of the dorsal horn?

Back

The dorsal horn is the region of the spinal cord that processes sensory information.