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Meninges and CSFThe meninges, a tri-laminar connective tissue membrane (dura, arachnoid andpia mater), surrounds and protect the brain and spinal cord. The choroid plexus,within the pia mater, produces CSF.The CNS is nourished by blood which is filtered through the blood–brain barrierand by CSF. A clear liquid-filtrate of blood, CSF:• Is produced in the ventricles of the brain• Is found in the subarachnoid space and central canal of the spinal cord• Provides mechanical and chemical protection and plays a role in homeostasis.

Figure 4.2Dorsal and ventral components/afferent and efferent pathways.CellsNeurons and neuroglia are the two main cell types found in the CNS.

Figure 4.2

Dorsal and ventral components/afferent and efferent pathways.

Cells

Neurons and neuroglia are the two main cell types found in the CNS.

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