Brain Anatomy and Cross Sections

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms related to brain anatomy, specifically focusing on the structures observed in brain cross sections and their functions.

Gray Matter

The darker tissue of the brain and spinal cord, consisting mainly of nerve cell bodies.

White Matter

The lighter tissue of the brain and spinal cord, composed mainly of myelinated axons.

Corpus Callosum

A broad band of nerve fibers connecting the left and right hemispheres of the brain.

Ventricles

Cavities within the brain that contain cerebrospinal fluid.

Choroid Plexus

A network of blood vessels in the ventricles that produces cerebrospinal fluid.

Lateral Ventricles

The two large cavities in the brain located in each hemisphere.

Septum Pellucidum

A thin membrane that separates the lateral ventricles of the brain.

Thalamus

A pair of brain structures that act as relay stations for sensory information.

Pineal Gland

A small gland in the brain that produces melatonin and regulates sleep patterns.

Sagittal Section

A vertical plane that divides the body into left and right parts.