Neuroanatomy · Nervous System · Easy
Lobe
Meaning: A major anatomical division of each cerebral half, such as frontal, parietal, temporal or occipital.
In practice: The tumour was located in the right temporal lobe, explaining her seizures.
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Which word means: The crossing over of nerve fibres from one side of the central nervous system to the other.
Answer: Decussation
Which word means: The narrow channel in the midbrain that carries fluid from the third to the fourth ventricle of the brain.
Answer: Aqueduct
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