Cortex and Brain Structure

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These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to the structure and function of the cortex and overall brain anatomy.

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Gyrus

A ridge or fold between two clefts on the cerebral surface in the brain.

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Sulcus

A groove or furrow on the brain's surface, between lobes.

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Corpus Callosum

A wide band of white matter connecting the left and right hemispheres of the brain.

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Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF)

A clear fluid that surrounds and cushions the brain and spinal cord.

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Homunculus

A representation of the human body in the brain, showing how body parts are mapped in the somatosensory and motor cortices.