Small Veins in the Neural Tissue of the Brain Empty

question 1

Multiple Choice

Small veins in the neural tissue of the brain empty directly into the

• A) coronary sinuses.
• B) dural sinuses.
• C) cerebral arterial circle.
• D) external jugular vein.
• E) vertebral veins.

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Definitions:

Cerebrospinal Fluid

The clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, protecting and nourishing them.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty layer that surrounds the axons of some neurons, providing insulation and increasing the speed of electrical transmission along the nerve.

CNS

Central Nervous System, comprising the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling body functions.

Glial Cell

Non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that provide support, nutrition, and insulation between neurons.