The Folds of the Cerebral Cortex

question 67

Multiple Choice

The folds of the cerebral cortex

• A) hold the myelin that increases the efficiency of the neurons.
• B) permit the brain to be constantly bathed in protective fluid.
• C) facilitate the communication of its different lobes.
• D) allow more cortex to be packed into a small area.

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