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The muscles of a recently deceased human can remain in a contracted state, termed rigor mortis, for several hours, due to the lack of
Arachnoid Mater
A delicate, web-like layer between the dura mater and pia mater in the brain and spinal cord, part of the meninges protecting the central nervous system.
Meninx
A term referring to any of the three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, including the dura mater, arachnoid mater, and pia mater.
Epidural Space
The area between the dura mater and the vertebral wall, containing fat and small blood vessels, often targeted for epidural anaesthesia.
Dura Mater
The outermost and toughest layer of the three membranes (meninges) that cover the brain and spinal cord.
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