Asked by Tayler Metcalf on Jun 09, 2024
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The most superficial meningeal layer is the ________.
A) pia mater
B) arachnoid layer
C) dura mater
D) epidural sinus
E) skull
Superficial Meningeal
Relating to the meninges, specifically the outer layer that covers the brain and spinal cord.
Arachnoid Layer
A web-like middle layer of the meninges, which are protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord.
Pia Mater
Delicate membrane forming the inner covering of the brain and spinal cord.
- Describe the structure and function of the meninges.
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Elizabeth GudisJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The dura mater is the most superficial of the three meningeal layers, lying just beneath the skull and vertebral foramen, providing the outermost layer of protection for the brain and spinal cord.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the structure and function of the meninges.