Asked by verenesha housen on Jul 13, 2024

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The thickest of the meninges is the ________.

A) pia mater
B) arachnoid mater
C) subdural space
D) subarachnoid space
E) dura mater

Meninges

Protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, comprising the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.

Dura Mater

Tough, fibrous membrane forming the outer covering of the brain and spinal cord.

  • Outline the elements and framework of the meninges enveloping the spinal cord.
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Kendall GainesJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The dura mater is the thickest and outermost layer of the meninges, which are the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.