Asked by Sanyam Gupta on Apr 30, 2024
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Which is the correct arrangement of tissues from outermost to innermost?
A) meninges → vertebrae → spinal cord → central canal
B) meninges → spinal cord → vertebrae → central canal
C) vertebrae → meninges → spinal cord → central canal
D) meninges → vertebrae → central canal → spinal cord
E) vertebrae → meninges → central canal → spinal cord
Tissues Arrangement
The organizational structure of tissue in an organism, contributing to its form and function.
Meninges
The three layers of protective tissue (dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater) that cover the brain and spinal cord.
Central Canal
A fluid-filled channel in the center of the spinal cord, part of the central nervous system's cavity.
- Describe the organization and protective layers of the central nervous system.
Verified Answer
JB
Jaleigh BrownMay 05, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The correct arrangement from outermost to innermost is vertebrae (the bones making up the spine), meninges (the protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord), spinal cord (the main pathway for information connecting the brain and peripheral nervous system), and finally the central canal (the fluid-filled space running longitudinally through the length of the entire spinal cord).
Learning Objectives
- Describe the organization and protective layers of the central nervous system.
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