Brain Dissection

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What are the meninges?

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The meninges are three protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, consisting of the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.

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What is the function of the cerebellum?

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The cerebellum is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and motor control.

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What is the optic nerve?

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The optic nerve is a cranial nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

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What is the fornix?

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The fornix is a C-shaped bundle of nerve fibers in the brain that acts as a major output tract of the hippocampus.

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What is the transverse fissure?

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The transverse fissure is the groove that separates the cerebrum from the cerebellum.

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What are sulci?

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Sulci are the grooves or furrows on the surface of the brain that separate the gyri.

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What are gyri?

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Gyri are the raised folds or ridges on the surface of the brain, which increase the surface area for neural connections.

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What is the thalamus?

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The thalamus is a brain structure that acts as a relay station for sensory and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

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What is the hypothalamus?

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The hypothalamus is a small region of the brain that regulates vital bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and thirst.

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What is the role of the pineal gland?

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The pineal gland produces melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles.