The Normal Biota of the Central Nervous System Includes _______

question 29

Multiple Choice

The normal biota of the central nervous system includes _______.

• A) Neisseria meningitidis
• B) Herpes simplex I
• C) Herpes simplex II
• D) Streptococcus agalactiae
• E) The CNS has no normal biota.

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Definitions:

Canaliculi

Small, channel-like structures in bone tissue that allow for communication and nutrient/waste exchange between osteocytes.

Osteons

The fundamental unit of compact bone, consisting of a central canal surrounded by concentric lamellae of mineralized matrix.

Lacunae

Small spaces, cavities, or gaps found in various tissues, often referring to the spaces in bone or cartilage that contain cells.

Skeletal System

The framework of bones and other connective tissues that support the body and facilitate movement.